Microwave Systems Lead

About the role Muon seeks a Microwave Systems Lead to spin up and lead a microwave instruments and data products team at Muon. This is a cornerstone position where you will be responsible for all elements of Muon’s microwave remote sensing capabilities; from instrument design and hardware engineering through digital signal processing and data product production. You will be the primary technical point of contact with customers, external partners, and internal engineering resources, drive internal knowledge and capability building, and act as the Mission Scientist for all missions carrying microwave remote sensing instruments.  This position is hybrid and requires working on-site in our San Jose, CA office three days per week.  Responsibilities Lead the team: form and lead a lightweight team of complementary experts Build world class hardware: build and fly cutting edge microwave instruments Produce high quality data: ensure the development of quality data products Collaboration and learning: work with our partners to enhance Muon’s internal skills Guiding the trajectory: work with BD/Product to direct our microwave systems strategy Qualifications PhD or Master’s degree in relevant field plus 5+ years of professional experience Extensive background in design and hardware engineering of microwave instruments Deep understanding of DSP implementation for microwave instruments Familiarity with the generation of data products from microwave remote sensing Excellent communication, presentation, and coordination skills Excited to work in a fast-paced environment Microwave systems preferred would include leadership, programmatics, and customer experience Preferred Qualifications Experience leading a small team of engineers Track record of interfacing and delivering to customers Expertise in common programming environments (Python) and cloud services (AWS) Salary The salary range for this role is $202,000 - $223,000, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process. About Muon Space Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world. Taking Care of Our Team At Muon salary is only part of our total compensation package. In addition to salary, full-time employees receive equity compensatio...