An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Satellite Communications Engineer to join a highly innovative space engineering environment, working on advanced satellite missions.
This role sits within a multidisciplinary avionics team and will see you take ownership of the communications subsystem, contributing across the full lifecycle from design and analysis through to verification and validation. You will play a key role in delivering robust space-to-ground communications solutions, working closely with systems, integration, and procurement teams.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and architecture of spacecraft communications subsystems
Develop and manage link budgets, including space-to-ground and data downlink analysis
Support and review system-level communication performance and requirements
Manage the selection, procurement, and supplier oversight of communication hardware (e.g. Tx/Rx units, antennas, GNSS components)
Perform multipath and interference analysis, ensuring system robustness
Support ITU regulatory compliance and frequency licensing considerations
Contribute to ground station selection and interface activities
Define and execute unit-level testing, including hardware acceptance and performance validation
Develop test procedures and support verification & validation (V&V) activities alongside integration teams
Manage work packages, including planning, scheduling, cost estimation, and resource allocation
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
Essential Skills & Experience
Degree (BSc/MSc) in Electronics, Communications Engineering, or a related discipline
Strong experience in satellite communications systems design and architecture
Proven expertise in link budget creation and analysis
Experience modelling and simulating space-to-ground communication links
Knowledge of frequency licensing and ITU regulations
Hands-on experience with communications hardware and testing
Experience developing and executing verification & validation plans for satellite systems
Strong stakeholder collaboration skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
Eligibility to work in the UK and Europe
Desirable Experience
Broader understanding of satellite systems engineering
Experience with antenna design and RF propagation
Advanced knowledge of link budget optimisation and performance modelling
Familiarity with regulatory and licensing processes for space communications
What’s on Offer
Competitive salary
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Optional compressed working pattern
25 days holiday (increasing with service) + bank holidays
Private healthcare and life insurance
Relocation support and visa sponsorship (where applicable)
Access to modern engineering and laboratory facilities
Collaborative, international team environment
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Regular team and social events
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced communications engineer to take a lead role in cutting-edge satellite programmes, contributing to complex missions in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
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