RF Systems Engineer

Engibex; Henegouwen; Sur place; EUR 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Engibex, a Belgian engineering consultancy, seeks an experienced RF Systems Engineer to design and optimize satellite telecom payloads, including transponders, antennas and RF subsystems. You will collaborate across mechanical, electrical, software and FPGA teams to ensure robust interfaces and performance.

Responsibilities include developing testing plans, supporting the full development chain from requirements to deployment, conducting in-lab and on-orbit validation with spectrum/network

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD 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 (HFSS, ADS).
• Experience with RF design and manufacturing (PCB, waveguide, ...).
• Hands-on experience with RF test equipment (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

Responsabilités

• Design and optimize RF systems and components for satellite telecom payloads (transponders, antennas, SSPA, frequency converters).
• Support all aspects of the development chain: requirements, architecture, design, manufacturing, integration, test, operations.
• Develop test plans to ensure adequate testing of units and the complete system.
• Work on RF/telecommunication spacecraft architecture with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Support design reviews to ensure requirements and interface compliance.
• Collaborate with external providers to review designs and drive integration and test approaches.
• Execute in-lab testing and on-orbit performance validation using RF measurement tools.

Connaissances

Autonomous work across teams

Good communication

Fluent English

Formation

MSc or PhD in Electrical/Telecommunication/Aerospace Engineering

Outils

HFSS

ADS

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Signal generators

Description du poste

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.