Satellite Communication Systems Engineer

We are a professional and dynamic organization, which provides the best opportunities for development and greater responsibilities. To contribute to our growth, we are looking for a skilled candidate in telecommunication systems.

Reference ARG_0121

Location: Torino (Italy), Argotec Lab.

DUTIES

The candidate will work independently and in team, defining, designing and testing communication systems for space applications. The activities will include:

• Design of RF communication systems for satellite platforms and payloads;
• Design of telecommunication satellite constellations;
• Analysis and definition of technical budgets (link, data, power, etc.);
• Validation of design by means of analysis and simulations;
• Verification and validation planning and supervision of test activity;
• Technical and programmatic interface with customers and suppliers.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics Engineering;
• At least 5 years of working experience with communication systems in a relevant position;
• High flexibility and team-working skills;
• Fluent spoken and written English.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCES & SKILLS

• Previous experience in space projects (industrial and/or academic) preferred;
• Relevant experience in digital wireless communication systems design;
• Knowledge of communication satellite architectures;
• Knowledge of digital communication and modulation (e.g. PSK, QAM);
• Experience in analysis of satellite communications systems in non-geostationary orbit;
• Experience in Software-Defined Radio (SDR) design;
• Overall system design life cycle including: requirements definition, architectural design, verification and validation, non-conformances management, technical documentation drafting, technical and project joint reviews with customers and suppliers;
• Good knowledge of ECSS and CCSDS standards.

ADDITIONAL ASSETS

• Knowledge of ITU Radio Regulations and U.S. satellite regulations;
• Knowledge of orbital dynamics;
• Knowledge of positioning and ranging systems;
• Usage of DOORS for requirements management;
• Proficient use of MATLAB/Simulink, C/C++ software development;
• Knowledge of GNU Radio framework;
• RF circuit simulation, analysis and optimization for systems up to 10 GHz;
• Knowledge of antenna design and RF wave propagation;
• Knowledge of transceiver design, impedance matching, filter design and low noise amplifiers;
• Basics of electronic FMEA and FTA;
• Knowledge of electromagnetic compatibility analysis.

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