We are looking for an experienced professional to fill a challenging role within our organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating the initiation of activities related to technology and product design and development for the telecommunication ground segment. This includes evaluating, negotiating, monitoring and controlling contracts and activities related to technology and product development for satellite telecommunication ground segments. Additionally, the individual will be required to monitor market and technology trends and developments in the area of satellite communication ground segments. The ideal candidate will provide input for the Department Business Intelligence management system and support TIA Communication activities in line with the ESA TIA Communication Policy rules. Key Responsibilities * Coordinate the initiation of activities related to technology and product design and development for the telecommunication ground segment. * Evaluate, negotiate, monitor and control contracts and activities related to technology and product development for satellite telecommunication ground segments. * Monitor market and technology trends and developments in the area of satellite communication ground segments. * Provide input for the Department Business Intelligence management system. * Support TIA Communication activities in line with the ESA TIA Communication Policy rules. Requirements * University Degree or equivalent in Engineering or in another relevant field. * At least 7 years of industry experience in the design and development of satellite telecommunications user or ground segment products and technologies. * Experience in Satcom ground segment architectures for broadcasting, broadband, trunking, backhauling and mobile applications. * Experience in the definition and implementation of ground solutions for Satcom mobile systems. * Expertise in some or all of the following areas: