Satellite Antenna Engineer (Paris)

Darwin Recruitment are currently hiring for a Satellite Antenna Engineer on behalf of a company in Paris that was founded in 1977 and is one of the world’s leading satellite operators with a powerful fleet of satellites serving users across Europe, Africa, Asia and the Americas. This company is a global leader in connectivity from Space. They are building a constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites with a network of global gateway stations and a range of user terminals to provide affordable, fast, high-bandwidth and low-latency broadband communications services, connected to the IoT future and a pathway to 5G. Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with this business – the world’s first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator. As a global leader in satellite communications, they provide infinite connectivity, broadcasting television channels and packages, transmitting news reports, and providing wholesale broadband Internet access services. You’ll Get To: Pioneer the future of Space Technology Bring connectivity to remote frontiers Collaborate with customer-centric experts Embrace cultural diversity in our global team Who You Are: The Satellite Antenna Engineer will be responsible for various aspects related to antenna design, analysis, testing, simulations, and maintenance to support the development and deployment of satellite communication payloads for this company. The engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to ensure the successful integration and performance of communication antennas across satellite projects. What You’ll Do: Conduct antenna coverage design and analyses to assist in the definition of future satellite payloads Monitor and assess the entire lifecycle of communication antennas, from specification to integration and testing, with a focus on active antenna systems Perform detailed analyses to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of active antenna technologies in meeting project requirements Represent this company at technical meetings and reviews at satellite equipment, subsystem and system level to ensure that this company's design, analysis and test requirements are being followed and that the antenna performances will enable communication performance requirements to be met Perform on-site review of antenna test results, including those from launch site campaigns when required, to ensure real-time decision making on test result acceptability Ensure that other members of the Payload Engineering Section and the satellite project teams are kept informed as to progress and issues as and when they arise Prepare comprehensive reports detailing the outcomes of active antenna simulations, test results, and in-orbit acceptance tests Assist in the technical evaluation of proposals from satellite manufacturers, specifically with respect to their antennas and coverage performances Maintain proficiency in active antenna design software and simulation tools, ensuring their effective utilization throughout the project lifecycle Maintain the antenna design and analysis software Stay updated on advancements in antenna design, simulation methodologies, and emerging technologies to drive innovation and improve satellite communication capabilities What it Takes: University honours degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or a related field with a strong electromagnetics/antenna background At least 10 years of experience in satellite antenna engineering or a Masters or higher degree with a specialization in reflector antennas Experience in on-board digital processors, software-defined radio, active antennas, and state-of-the-art ground technologies are advantages Experience in satellite procurement is a plus Experience in satellite constellation design is a plus Ability to work in a team Excellent knowledge of English Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. James Godfrey #J-18808-Ljbffr