Northwood is a modern space infrastructure company bringing the
requirements
, system design, and product execution / evolution.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Translate network-level inputs (capacity, coverage, latency, deployment timing) into concrete product architectures.
- Define RF and system-level parameters, including antenna configurations, link performance targets, throughput, and availability
requirements
.
- Develop and iterate on solution architectures using simulation outputs, link budgets, and real-world constraints to ensure technical and operational viability.
- Partner with Business Development to shape customer engagements and support proposals.
- Drive alignment with Engineering Leadership on system tradeoffs, product direction and roadmap, and deliver clear, execution-ready system definitions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, physics, or mathematics.
- 5-10+ years of experience in systems engineering, solutions architecture, or technical product roles, with demonstrated ownership of complex, cross-functional systems.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Working knowledge of RF systems, ground stations, satellite communications, or related infrastructure.
- Proven ability to operate across disciplines (hardware, software, network, operations) and drive alignment across teams.
- Excellent communications skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience defining and deploying complex communications, networking, aerospace, or infrastructure systems at scale
- Strong understanding of RF systems, satellite communications, network architecture tradeoffs, and system performance analysis
- Ability to translate customer
requirements
and operational constraints into scalable technical product definitions and execution-ready architectures
- Experience partnering with customers, business development, and engineering teams to shape proposals, product direction, and roadmap decisions
- Strong systems thinking, technical judgment, and ability to drive alignment across cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments
Compensation
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Compensation