Payload Systems Engineer Satellite Communications (MF)

Context

As part of the reinforcement of an R&D team specializing in satellite communication technologies we are looking for a Payload Systems Engineer (M/F) to join an engineering team based in Lausanne.

You will work at the forefront of technology on innovative satcom architectures within a multidisciplinary and international R&D environment.

The position covers the full system lifecycle from mission analysis and system definition to integration test campaigns launch and in-orbit commissioning.

Your role

As a Payload Systems Engineer you will bring your understanding of the space environment for telecommunication systems and your hands-on experience in designing sophisticated space payloads.

You will work on a variety of workflows from system definition and requirements downflow to the review and co-design of subsystems and you will act as a technical reference (SME) towards subcontractors and partners.

Responsibilities

System Engineering & Mission Analysis

• Lead the mission analysis for space system requirements and their downflow to lower tiers.

• Lead the SWaP-C analysis and define interfaces (digital electrical RF optical mechanical/thermal etc.).

• Contribute to reliability analysis simulations and design choices together with the team.

Payload Architecture & Design

• Work on communication chains transponders power management and distribution units.

• Contribute to on-board processing units for digital regenerative applications and beam forming.

• Review subsystem design and take part in co-design activities.

Subcontractors & Partners

• Drive and facilitate technical discussions with subcontractors and partners as needed.

• Act as the Subject Matter Expert and challenge external contractors on technical matters.

• Contribute to the critical assessment of third-party solutions.

Qualification Integration & Test

• Support space qualification activities including advising on bus selection and components.

• Support test procedures and take part in the integration and test campaigns.

• Participate in launch and in-orbit commissioning activities.

Program Support & Reporting

• Assist with program management and B&P including interfacing with customers on programmatic and schedule matters.

• Prepare presentations and reports throughout the development (design reviews test activities manufacturing qualifications progress reviews etc.).

Your profile

• MS or PhD in Engineering (SatCom Spacecraft Systems Telecommunications Electronics Digital Systems Automation Space Operations or similar).

• 810 years of proven experience in the space / satcom industry.

• Strong experience in SatCom and payload architectures for LEO / MEO / GEO / HEO.

• Experience in HW/SW design development and integration for space applications.

• Experience in digital design for space communications and digital regenerative payloads.

• Knowledge of inter-satellite links and digital phased array antennas.

• Solid background in satellite architectures and system engineering for space applications.

• Experience in space qualification of complex systems.

• Experience with orbital analysis tools TT&C platforms and Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK).

• Experience with operations: satellite TT&C operations payload operations users and network management facilities.

• Previous experience with ESA / NASA programs is a plus.

• Knowledge of manufacturing integration test and qualification is a plus.

• You thrive in an R&D environment are passionate about continuous improvement and feel at ease in a multidisciplinary international team.

• Proactive you enjoy being challenged and working as part of a diverse team.

• Swiss or EU citizenship or a valid Swiss work permit.

Position details

• Location: Lausanne Switzerland

• Hybrid organization with the possibility of remote work

• Salary: CHFper year depending on profile and experience

• Start date: Flexible

• Environment: R&D / Space Systems / Satellite Communications

• Multidisciplinary and international engineering environment

Recruitment process

The ENOVA recruitment process generally consists of several steps:

• A first video interview (Teams) to discuss your background and introduce you to ENOVA.

• A second interview with an ENOVA manager.

• An interview with the clients technical teams.

• A final discussion to formalize the collaboration.