SATCOM Ground Segment System Engineer (d/f/m)

SATCOM Ground Segment System Engineer Airbus Defence and Space

Program Description Airbus Defence & Space is working on a new satellite based communication system. The constellation of satellites will offer connectivity to the customer, allowing connecting elements through satellite RF and optical links.

The system consists of the space segment (geostationary satellites) and the ground segment. The Ground Segment will be composed of a set of Tools which will allow the customer to establish links and monitor the Mission execution.

Such a set of tools will allow to actively manage antenna parameters as well as payload and ground channels connectivity settings in order to reach the needed coverage and performances.

Job Description As a SATCOM Ground Segment System Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, integration and validation of the System which will allow the Mission Management.

The System to be developed consists of a set of Tools which allow the simulation, commanding and monitoring of the Ground Segment, as well as the overall traffic configuration.

Your range of tasks will cover the entire System / Software Development lifecycle, from Requirements definition, System Design and IVV. Your activities will be performed in close cooperation with the System Engineers, the SW Architect, the SW developers and the sub-contractors.

The holder of this position will be located at Ottobrunn and reports to the Project Lead Engineer.

Responsibilities

Define and analyse customer requirements and contribute to the definition of the adequate System and Software Requirements, ensuring robustness and compatibility with the already existing software modules.

Define System Architecture, with particular focus on the Payload and Traffic Models and their inclusion in the Software Architecture.

Support the coordination of the subcontractors, with particular focus on the System Design phase.

Conduct analysis on System non-conformances, discrepancies and waivers.

Analyse data from validation tests to determine whether systems and processes meet required criteria and specifications.

Compliance & Integrity This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Skills Required

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Aerospace or other related Engineering

Proven experience in ground segment systems and satellite communication.

Deep understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Ground Segment (e.g. SCC, PCC, Ground Stations), and its interaction with the satellite and other ground segment components.

Knowledge of how to establish and manage communication channels, including carriers, data rates, and modulation schemes, at a high level of abstraction.

Familiarity with ground stations, user segment, RF chains, Antenna control Systems, signal processing and data acquisition systems including their basic principles, components, and functionalities.

Knowledge of modern Systems Engineering techniques and tools (MBSE, DOORS, EA, CAMEO) is a plus

Knowledge of Software Design and Architecture principles, as well as any experience with Software Development are a plus

Experience with ECSS-40C process is a plus

Knowledge of AGILE Development Lifecycle (Kanban, SCRUM) is a plus

Ability to operate and efficiently communicate in a multi-national team organisation

Language skills: English fluent, German language skills are advantageous

Company Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

Employment Type Permanent

Experience Level Professional

Job Family Sub-system development

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