Teleport Engineer / Satellite Communication Engineer

Overview

Horizon Teleports GmbH is hiring Satellite communication Engineer/ Teleport Engineer

Responsibilities

• Responsible for configuration, operation & maintenance of antenna and RF sub-system electronics.
• Engineering, planning and designing of transmit and receive chains.
• Knowledge of antennas, link budgets, EIRP, beamwidth, TWTA, HPA input/output back-off, etc.
• Working knowledge of RF uplink & downlink system components like Modulator, Up-converter, HPA, Down-converter, LNA, L band Fiber connections…etc.
• Troubleshooting & performing required tests using monitoring tools like spectrum analysers, network analysers, power meters etc.
• Provide technical support and assistance to customers.
• Maintain & record operational logs of RF equipment.
• Coordinate with Satellite operators & update filings with the Federal Network Agency.
• Monitoring and interpreting logs in NMS to ensure operational reliability.
• Ensure redundant systems are operating nominally.
• Develop necessary knowledge to step in during absence of colleagues.
• Ability to work on flexible schedules including early and late and occasionally weekend on call to support 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics / communication/ Electrical/ Microwave/ IT engineering with satellite communication as a subject, 1-5 years’ experience in operating, installing and troubleshooting RF sub-systems in a satellite teleport environment including but not limited to Dish antennas, LNA’s, HPA’s, Frequency Up/Down converters, RF over Fiber and related interconnect.
• Knowledge of RF concepts including transmission lines, impedance matching, active circuits, microwave frequencies, satellite modems and hubs, link budget analysis.
• The candidate must have an EU or EEA residence permit.
• The candidate must have good command of English and German language.
• Class B EU driver’s licence.
• Ready to commute to Degernpoint, Moosburg daily from a maximum of 30 minutes travel distance and relocate to suitable location, if this criterion cannot be met from current location.
• Remote working/ Hybrid working is not possible in this role.
• Any other relevant certifications.
• Ability to lift 20 kg, comfortable in working in small and cramped spaces, heights up to 25m and climbing ladders to perform various tasks.
• Willingness to do a background check for criminal record as required.

We are a team of engineers working on cutting edge technology with a focus on uninterrupted services and customer satisfaction with opportunities to upskill on the job.