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Our successes are the result of skilled domain experts working in an environment which encourages creativity, collaboration, and re-thinking of old problems in new ways! As a member of the Satellite Connectivity Group, you will work on the satellite network that enables connectivity to iPhone and Watch Ultra when off the grid without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage. Every day, Apple customers use Emergency SOS, Roadside assistance, and Messages via satellite to stay connected when they have no other means to communicate. You will have the unique and rewarding opportunity to shape this and other critical services, to the benefit and safety of millions of Apple device users.\nOur team is seeking a RF communications systems engineer to build and improve space-based communications systems that touch people around the world. You will be working with an international, cross-functional team to deliver the future of high-performance, best-in-class wireless communications for millions of Apple customers. This includes everything from defining system architectures, to writing requirements and technical budgets, assessing system performance, planning test campaigns, and troubleshooting issues. You will be closely collaborating with internal teams as well as managing external suppliers to deliver on our vision. Help us build the next-generation Apple experience!\nDescription\nWe’re looking for an engineer who will:\n* Assess and trade performance of complex RF communications systems, breaking down contributions and interactions from subsystems and component units.\n* Develop RF system budgets (link budgets, gain and noise figure cascades, interference analyses, etc.)\n* Oversee and review RF system testing with internal teams and external suppliers.\n* Lead anomaly root-cause investigations across development, test campaigns, and operational systems.\n* Coordinate and drive alignment among cross-functional teams covering a diverse set of technical domains.\n* Translate complex findings into simple, compelling narratives that motivate action and drive improvements.\n* Travel regularly to collaborate closely with internal teams and external suppliers.\nMinimum Qualifications\n5+ years experience in RF or communications systems engineering or related experience.\nBS in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or related discipline.\nExperience designing and deploying large scale RF communications infrastructure.\nStrong knowledge of satellite RF communications systems.\nProficient at analyzing cascaded systems performance.\nProficient with link budgets and link quality assessments.\nExcellent written & verbal communication skills, and solid teamwork & leadership skills.\nExport Compliance Requirement: This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled technology and technical data regulated under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). 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