RF Systems Technical Project Manager

About Lynk

Lynk is the inventor of satellite direct to standard phone technology aka sat2phone, and has the world’s only commercial license from the FCC to operate a commercial sat2phone system. Today, Lynk allows mobile network operators' subscribers to send and receive text messages to and from space via standard unmodified, mobile devices. Lynk’s service has been tested and proven on all seven continents, has regulatory approvals in more than 30 countries and is currently being deployed commercially based on more than 40 MNO commercial service contracts covering approximately 50 countries.

Our technology will enable all 8 billion people on the planet to stay connected with the existing standard phone in their pocket. Everywhere. No matter what.

By joining Lynk, you will have the opportunity to directly touch the lives of billions. Your mission will be to bring mobile broadband to billions, pull hundreds of millions out of poverty, and save countless lives.

Job Summary

Lynk is looking for a RF Systems Technical Project Manager to oversee technology development projects related to our satellites and their wireless payloads. This role will be responsible for developing and managing assigned technology development projects from cradle to grave, guiding and enabling the future path along Lynk’s Technology Roadmap. This requires an individual that is entrepreneurial and drives/assists in the pursuit of technology development efforts across Lynk’s organization.

Managing RF systems technical projects at Lynk requires familiarity with wireless communications, modern communications signals and protocols, RF system design, high speed digital design, COTS component integration, and software and hardware development. The effective candidate thrives equally in informing/architecting the future and setting the necessary project plan for execution of strategically significant efforts across multi-functional teams.

Core Responsibilities

The RF Systems Technical Project Manager will manage technical projects in the wireless communication domain. Specific activities include

• Manage multiple RF systems projects that span from concept generation through product realization for new technology development efforts in the wireless communications domain.

• Coordinate with project sponsors and key senior team members in defining and budgeting for new technology development efforts.

• Work with technology leads to define projects at the task level including task definition, duration, and relationship to other tasks, as well as resource loading projects to create measurable schedules.

• Understand, manage, and take ownership of cost, schedule, and technical performance and risks associated with assigned efforts.

• Act as the primary interface to project sponsors, key senior team members, and other stakeholders on project status and performance.

• Interact regularly with suppliers / subcontractors related to technology development projects.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree or better in science, engineering, or relevant technical field from an accredited university; a Master Degree in a relevant technical field is preferred.

• 10+ years of industry experience, including 3+ years in a Technical Project Management role.

• Technical understanding of and experience working on RF System development projects, including RFFE design and test, antenna design and test, and digital beamforming system design and test (e.g., beamformers).

• Demonstrated experience as a Technical Lead or Project Manager working in the RF domain is a plus.

• Exposure to government programs and a current active security clearance is a plus.

• Knowledge and understanding of processes, tools, and metrics essential for project monitoring and control and risk management.

• Experience transitioning technologies from a design concept to a functioning product is a plus.

ITAR Requirements

To comply with U.S. Government export control regulations (ITAR), applicants must be one of the following: (i) a U.S. citizen or national, (ii) a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) an asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158. Individuals who do not meet these criteria must be eligible to obtain the necessary authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. For more information, please refer to the ITAR guidelines.

Learn about ITAR here.

Job Location

Washington, DC area