Antenna Engineer for Telecom Payloads

About the Client: 
Our client is a prominent player in Europe’s aerospace sector, specializing in satellite 
systems, space exploration, and security solutions. With over 40 years of experience, 
they are recognized for their innovation in satellite technology, which supports advanced 
communication, Earth observation, and scientific missions. As a trusted partner for both 
governmental and commercial organizations globally, they are committed to driving 
technological progress while maintaining a focus on sustainability and excellence within 
the space industry. 

Position Overview: 
Our client seeks an Antenna Engineer for Telecom Payloads to support the expansion 
of the Telecom Satellite Payloads department. This role involves the design and 
platform accommodation of various antenna types, including TX/RX DRAs, reflector 
antennas with deployment mechanisms, and digital antennas for beamforming 
applications. 

Key Responsibilities: 
Proposal Phase: 
● Provide technical support in the creation of offers within the Telecom department. 
● Perform link budget analyses using in-house tools to determine system capacity 
and overall aggregated data rates. 
● Develop and elaborate payload approaches for telecom missions. 
● Calculate and create antenna patterns in the offer phase using analysis software 
(e.g., Grasp, SatSoft). 
● Conduct technical consultations and negotiations with antenna suppliers. 
● Contribute innovative ideas in the field of intelligent antennas, particularly for 
multibeam missions. 

Implementation Phase: 
● Develop analog and digital antennas for Telecom payloads based on customer 
specifications. 
● Conduct and support all antenna reviews for the telecom payload. 
● Support all subsystems related to electrical and mechanical antenna interfaces 
onboard a satellite. 
● Prepare all necessary documentation across different project phases (0, A, B, 
C/D, and E). 

Operational Phase: 
● Plan and execute payload In-Orbit Test (IOT) RF tests, focusing on antenna 
pattern measurements. 
● Serve as the point of contact for payload antennas throughout the satellite’s 
operational lifetime. 

Qualifications: 
● Master’s degree in RF or communication engineering, or an equivalent 
qualification. 
● Strong understanding of high-frequency technology and its components, 
including amplifiers, LNA, waveguides, and converters. 
● Initial experience in measuring antennas in a Compact Antenna Test Range 
(CATR) is advantageous. 
● Proficiency in antenna simulation tools such as Grasp, FeKo, and SatSoft. 
● Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within a team. 
● Strong proficiency in English; German language skills are an advantage. 

What the Client Offers: 
● Competitive base salary. 
● Opportunity to work with a highly talented, diverse, and dynamic international 
team. 
● Flexible working hours around core requirements. 
● Hybrid working options available depending on individual role requirements. 
● 25 days holiday, increasing yearly up to a maximum of 28 days, plus 8 Bank 
Holidays. 
● Life insurance and long-term sick pay. 
● Private healthcare (taxable benefit). 
● Relocation allowance and visa sponsorship for eligible employees. 
● Access to a new state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facility. 
● Regular social events to foster team camaraderie.