NTN Simulation Software Engineer

Leudelange - Luxembourg

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

OQ Technology is looking for a NTN Simulation Software Engineer to support the design development and evaluation of next-generation satellite communication systems with a focus on software-based system simulation modeling and performance analysis.

The role involves system-level modeling simulator and testbed development and large-scale performance evaluation of satellite networks supporting OQ Technologys product roadmap and R&D activities in LEO/VLEO satellite communications.

This is a hands-on engineering role with a strong emphasis on software development combined with system engineering and standards-aware modeling.

Tasks

Software Engineering & Tooling

Develop robust simulation pipelines including configuration handling logging data storage and result post-processing.

Apply software engineering best practices: version control code reviews documentation and testing.

Optimize simulation performance and scalability where required.

Contribute to the evolution of internal simulation frameworks and tools.

Simulation & Testbed Development

Design and implement modular system-level simulators for satellite communication systems.

Develop software models for Satellite payload and user links telcom protocol abstractions and User traffic and mobility models

Integrate models across space ground and user segments.

Performance Evaluation & Analysis

Execute large-scale simulations and analyze system performance.

Support validation and benchmarking of new technologies against baseline systems.

Technical Documentation & Reviews

Produce clear technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Contribute to project planning and technical reporting.

Requirements

Education

MSc or PhD in Telecommunications Wireless Communications Aerospace Engineering or a related field.

Essential Skills

Strong software development skills with experience in complex technical codebases.

Proficiency in Python and/or MATLAB for scientific computing and simulation. C will be an asset.

Experience with object-oriented and modular software design.

Experience building or maintaining simulation frameworks numerical models or analytical tools.

Ability to translate high-level system concepts into executable software models.

Prior involvement in European ESA or collaborative R&D projects.

Desirable Experience

Basic understanding of satellite communication systems (LEO/VLEO preferred).

Familiarity with 5G NR and/or NB-IoT and awareness of NTN adaptations.

Exposure to system-level requirements and KPIs (throughput latency availability coverage).

Familiarity with RRM handover beam management or routing at a conceptual or modeling level.

Experience with open-source simulators or telecom stacks (e.g. ns-3 OAI srsRAN).

Benefits

Enjoy a 50% income tax exemption on your salary an exceptional incentive for top talent relocating to Luxembourg subject to eligibility conditions.
Hybrid working environment.
A dynamic high-growth environment with career development opportunities.
Regular company events and team activities.