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Senior Communications Engineer

Senior Communications Engineer

Holt Executive • Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Communications Engineer to join a highly innovative space engineering environment, working on advanced satellite missions. This role sits within a multidisciplinary avionics team and will see you take ownership of the communications subsystem, contributing across the full lifecycle from design and analysis through to verification and validation. You will play a key role in delivering robust space-to-ground communications solutions, working closely with systems, integration, and procurement teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and architecture of spacecraft communications subsystems Develop and manage link budgets, including space-to-ground and data downlink analysis Support and review system-level communication performance and requirements Manage the selection, procurement, and supplier oversight of communication hardware (e.g. Tx/Rx units, antennas, GNSS components) Perform multipath and interference analysis, ensuring system robustness Support ITU regulatory compliance and frequency licensing considerations Contribute to ground station selection and interface activities Define and execute unit-level testing, including hardware acceptance and performance validation Develop test procedures and support verification & validation (V&V) activities alongside integration teams Manage work packages, including planning, scheduling, cost estimation, and resource allocation Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers Essential Skills & Experience Degree (BSc/MSc) in Electronics, Communications Engineering, or a related discipline Strong experience in satellite communications systems design and architecture Proven expertise in link budget creation and analysis Experience modelling and simulating space-to-ground communication links Knowledge of frequency licensing and ITU regulations Hands-on experience with communications hardware and testing Experience developing and executing verification & validation plans for satellite systems Strong stakeholder collaboration skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams Eligibility to work in the UK and Europe Desirable Experience Broader understanding of satellite systems engineering Experience with antenna design and RF propagation Advanced knowledge of link budget optimisation and performance modelling Familiarity with regulatory and licensing processes for space communications What’s on Offer Competitive salary Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Optional compressed working pattern 25 days holiday (increasing with service) + bank holidays Private healthcare and life insurance Relocation support and visa sponsorship (where applicable) Access to modern engineering and laboratory facilities Collaborative, international team environment Ongoing learning and development opportunities Regular team and social events This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced communications engineer to take a lead role in cutting-edge satellite programmes, contributing to complex missions in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. TT
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