Your Tasks

Develop a digital payload for an innovative satellite constellation
Design and implement signal processing and communication systems for space applications
Integrate and design beamforming antennas and their control systems (DRA)
Develop and optimize onboard processors for digital signal processin with high datarates
FPGA design for high-performance signal processing applications
Perform complex link budget calculations for satellite constellations
Support in creating comprehensive offers
Creation of unit-/payload- and test specifications
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure system requirements and interfaces are met

Your Qualifications

Degree in Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
General communications engineering and satellite communications
Antenna technology, especially beamforming
High- and extremely high-frequency technology (HF / SHF)
Onboard processors and digital signal processing
Possibly FPGA design (e.g., VHDL, Verilog, high-level synthesis)
MATLAB for simulation and signal processing
Tools such as STK (Systems Tool Kit) and Satsoft for system analysis and antenna design
Familiarity with communication standards such as DVB-S2, 5G, and European Waveform
Experience in complex link budget calculations for satellite constellations
Strong interest in communications engineering and its applications in space
Experience in developing complex communication systems, ideally in aerospace
Analytical thinking, team spirit, and a structured work approach
Very good knowledge of MS office tools
Basic knowledge of the German language would be desirable

Communications Engineer – Digital Payload Development for Satellites (m/w/d)