Description

Systems Engineer in the Telecommunication Systems and Techniques Section, Radio Frequency Systems Division, Electrical Department, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality.

The Telecommunication Systems and Techniques Section provides functional support to ESA projects and carries out technological research (R&D) in the fields of satellite telecommunication network architectures, techniques and algorithms (coding, modulation, access, synchronisation and networking), system tools and telecom equipment.

Duties

Reporting to the Head of Section and within the technical fields described above, your main tasks and responsibilities will include:

• providing expert technical support and consultancy to ESA projects, programmes and general studies in the field of telecommunication systems throughout all project phases;
• participating in feasibility studies, project reviews and evaluation of procurement proposals;
• identifying critical development problems and assisting in their resolution;
• contributing to the definition of technology development requirements and work plans for the Agency’s technology programmes;
• defining, initiating and managing R&D activities covering both long- and short-term needs;
• fostering new application areas for multidisciplinary activities, placing emphasis on innovative concepts, cutting-edge technologies and system architectures;
• monitoring applicable scientific and technological trends and maintaining a state-of-the-art expertise;
• contributing to the dissemination of the results of the activities performed and the transfer of knowledge across the Agency;
• laboratory activities as required.

Your duties may also include supporting other activities within your field of competence.

Technical competencies

Behavioural competencies

Result Orientation　
Operational Efficiency　
Fostering Cooperation　
Relationship Management　
Continuous Improvement　
Forward Thinking

Education

A master’s degree in telecommunications, electrical or computer engineering is required for this post.

Additional requirements

A good knowledge of architectures and technology/techniques for satellite telecommunication systems, including both ground-based systems and payloads, with particular emphasis on digital telecom signal processing techniques.
Familiarity with physical and upper layer protocols, techniques and associated standards. 
Knowledge of modern computer systems and programming languages.
Several years of professional experience in satellite telecommunication systems analysis and design.

Expertise in LEO/MEO constellation system and air interface design for broadband and narrowband communications will be considered an asset.

You must be eligible for security clearance by your national security administration.