Space Segment Product Engineer (2 Posts)

ESACC

Harwell, United Kingdom
On-site
Space segment technology management
Satellite communication system architectures
Esa industrial procurement processes
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking two Space Segment Product Engineers to manage technology and product development for satellite communication applications. Candidates should possess relevant engineering degrees and experience in space segment technology, with a focus on satellite communications

Job Summary

  • This role involves managing the full lifecycle of space segment product development for satellite communications in collaboration with industry partners and ESA departments.
  • Candidates must possess a deep understanding of satcom system architectures, market dynamics, and the ability to conduct business case analysis.
  • The position offers a fixed-term appointment of 4 years, extendable up to 8 years, located at either Harwell, UK or Noordwijk, Netherlands.

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The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking two Space Segment Product Engineers to manage technology and product development for satellite communication applications. Candidates should possess relevant engineering degrees and experience in space segment technology, with a focus on satellite communications.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Space segment technology management
  • Satellite communication system architectures
  • ESA industrial procurement processes
  • Payload and platform architecture knowledge
  • Market intelligence monitoring

Nice-to-have

  • Commercial telecommunications operator experience
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Disruptive innovation strategies
  • Subsystem design experience
  • European agency framework understanding

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in engineering or science
  • 4 years relevant professional experience
  • Experience with commercial telecom operators
  • Contract or subcontract management experience
  • Nationality from eligible ESA member states

Work Rights

Must be national of an ESA Member State or Canada

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