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Senior Spacecraft Communications Engineer

Astroscale

East Hagbourne

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Job summary

A leader in on-orbit servicing is looking for a Senior Communications Engineer to manage spacecraft communication subsystems. This role entails responsibilities such as designing link budgets, managing communication unit procurement, and engaging with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess a degree in Electronics or Communications and have substantial experience in space communications. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for hybrid work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive base salary
Flexible working hours
Hybrid working availability
25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
Private healthcare
Relocation allowance

Qualifications

  • Bachelor or master’s degree in a relevant subject (e.g. Electronics, communications).
  • Strong experience in spacecraft communication requirement creation and management.
  • Strong experience in creating and management of satellite link budgets.
  • Experience in frequency licensing constraints (ITU) for old and new space applications.
  • Hands-on testing experience with communication circuits.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the comms subsystem and work package management including design baseline.
  • Input and review system satellite data link budgets.
  • Select, procure, and manage communication units and antennas.
  • Design and execute unit level acceptance tests.
  • Mentor and guide younger members of the communications team.

Skills

Spacecraft communication requirement creation
Satellite link budgets
Design and development of spacecraft communication subsystems
Frequency licensing constraints
Hands-on testing of communication circuits

Education

Bachelor or master's degree in a relevant subject
Job description
A leader in on-orbit servicing is looking for a Senior Communications Engineer to manage spacecraft communication subsystems. This role entails responsibilities such as designing link budgets, managing communication unit procurement, and engaging with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess a degree in Electronics or Communications and have substantial experience in space communications. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for hybrid work arrangements.
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