Telecommunication Systems Engineer (Multiple Positions)

Telecommunication Systems Engineer (Multiple Positions)

Description

Telecommunication 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 and development (R&D) in the field(s) of satellite telecommunication network architectures, techniques and algorithms (coding, modulation, access, synchronisation and networking), system tools and telecom equipment.

Duties

Your 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 state-of-the-art expertise;
• Contributing to the dissemination of the results of the activities performed and the transfer of knowledge across the Agency;
• Performing laboratory activities as required.

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

Technical competencies

• Knowledge and specific experience in the technical domains covered by the position
• Experience with the design, development and application of relevant tools and methods
• Understanding of related technologies, R&D trends and the industrial landscape
• Project support experience
• Experience in the preparation of procurement activities for technology development and innovation (statements of work, proposal evaluation, etc)
• Experience in the management and monitoring of industrial activities, including participation in reviews
• Experience in technology roadmap definition and harmonisation

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.
• A PhD in a relevant domain is considered a plus.

Additional requirements

• A good knowledge of architectures and technology/techniques for satellite telecommunication systems, covering physical and upper layers is required.
• Knowledge of modern computer systems and programming languages is also required.
• Proven professional experience in satellite telecommunication systems analysis and design will be considered an asset.

Important Information and Disclaimer

In principle, recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2-A4). However, if the selected candidate has less than four years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the master’s degree, the position may be filled at A1 level.

Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware which is subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations and eligible to acquire the security clearance by their national security administrations.

Note that ESA is in the process of transitioning to a Matrix setup, which could lead to organisational changes affecting this position.

Nationality and Languages

Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania and Slovakia.

The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.