An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior 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
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