Hybrid Satellite Telecom and RF Engineer (Saint-Symphorien-le-Château, FR, 28700) at Eutelsat

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As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you at on land, at sea and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world. 

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• Pioneer the future of Space Technology
• Bring connectivity to remote frontiers
• Collaborate with customer-centric experts
• Embrace cultural diversity in our global team

In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference to become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat Group, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

Why Eutelsat Group?

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are proud that one-third of our executive team and 60% of our board are represented by women.
• Ways of Working That Drive Us: As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer-centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles.
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• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat Group, we are committed to supporting your well-being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home.

Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help us build a more inclusive, sustainable future in the world of satellite technology

Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Satellite Telecom and RF Engineer to join our team, contributing directly to our ongoing projects and initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within an organization that values growth, teamwork, and professional development.

Who You Are:

As a Satellite Telecom and RF Engineer, you will play a key role in defining, testing, and verifying advanced ground architectures applied to User Terminals, ensuring consistent satellite transmissions across both GEO and LEO networks.

What You’ll Do:

• Validation of User Terminals: follow established procedures to validate User Terminals both at RF & functional level (LEO and GEO services).
• RF Testing and Characterization: support RF characterization of User Terminals and their subsystems.
• Develop Satcom Service Specifications: contribute to the specification of satellite communication services based on functional test outcomes for User Terminal segments.
• Participate to Technical Specifications: contribute to the definition of technical specifications and requirements to maximize the performance of next-generation User Terminals.
• Procurement and Evaluation: participate in the procurement of new User Terminals through interactions with vendors, including the preparation and evaluation of calls for tenders.

What You’ll Need:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Telecommunications.
• Proficiency in English and French.
• Between 3 to 5 years of experience in telecommunication industry, ideally in satellite communication.
• Satellite Telecom (possibly at end to end level)
• Familiarity with RF measurement instruments, such as Spectrum Analyzers, VNA, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Ability to model and simulate telecom systems and related RF systems impairments (Matlab, Python, C++).
• Experience in system integration and project management.
• Experience in antenna measurements is desired.

Where You’ll Work:

• Teleport in Rambouillet
• Occasional visit to Paris Eutelsat headquarter

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