RF Systems Engineer

ENGIBEX; Henegouwen; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Engibex, a Belgian engineering consulting firm, seeks an RF systems engineer to design and optimize RF subsystems for satellite payloads. You will support the full development chain and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure interface compliance.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, on-orbit validation, and collaboration with external providers to resolve design issues. Fluent English is required.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Electrical, Telecommunication, Aerospace or related field.
• 3+ years in telecommunication, RF electronics or antenna domains.
• Experience with RF simulation and modeling tools (HFSS, ADS).
• Experience with RF design and manufacturing (PCB, waveguide).
• Hands-on RF test equipment experience (spectrum analyzers, generators, network analyzers).
• Proven ability to work autonomously across teams and drive multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize RF systems and components for satellite payloads (transponders, antennas, SSPA, freq. converters).
• Support all development stages: requirements, architecture, design, manufacturing, integration, test.
• Develop test plans for unit and system-level testing.
• Collaborate with RF, mechanical, electrical, software and FPGA teams.
• Review designs with external providers and develop integration/test approaches.
• Execute in-lab testing and on-orbit performance validation using RF test tools.

Skills

Satellite RF systems

RF design

RF testing

Autonomous work

Communication

English fluent

Education

MSc/PhD in EE or related

Tools

HFSS

ADS

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Signal generators

Job description

We are a Belgian engineering consulting firm that assists SMEs and large industrial organizations in bringing their innovation and R&D initiatives to life.

Job Description

Design and optimize RF systems and components for satellite telecom payloads (transponders, antennas, SSPA, frequency converters, depending on experience and willingness to learn).

Support all aspects of the development chain: requirements, architecture, design, manufacturing, integration, test, operations.

Develop test plans that ensure adequate testing of units and the complete system.

Work on RF / telecommunication spacecraft architecture with various teams (e.g., mechanical, electrical, software, FPGA).

Support design reviews to ensure requirements and interface compliance.

Work closely with external providers of telecommunication systems to review designs, identify, and resolve issues and develop integration and test approaches.

Execute in-lab testing and on-orbit performance validation, using advanced RF measurement tools (spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and signal generators).

Profile / Requirements

Must have

• MSc or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in telecommunication systems, RF electronics or antenna
• Experience with RF simulation and modeling tools (e.g. HFSS, ADS).
• Experience with RF design and manufacturing (PCB, waveguide, ...).
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, signal generators, network analyzers).
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously across teams and company to drive multi-disciplinary projects to completion
• Good communication skills
• Fluency in English

Nice to have

• A passion for technology and rapid execution of sophisticated space missions
• Knowledge of telecommunication payloads and standards
• Knowledge of software-defined radios (SDR) and digital signal processing (DSP)
• Experience with scripting language (Python)
• Experience in space industry
• Willing to work out of your comfort zone

Why join us

We offer you a position as a consultant within the fascinating world of high tech and innovation. We provide a complete package with on one side training, coaching and a close follow-up, and on the other side a balanced salary package with fringe benefits based on your capabilities and experience.

Working with us means choosing a long-term perspective, development possibilities, and a personal approach. A human-centered, diverse company that values and supports your physical and mental well-being.