Space Applications Expert, Satellite Navigation & Connectivity

NTU International A/S; Brussel; Sur place; EUR 83 000 - 138 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

NTU International A/S seeks a highly qualified Non-Key Expert – Space Applications Expert to support activities in satellite navigation, GNSS and connectivity across Africa. The role requires a Master’s degree in a related field and excellent English, with French/Portuguese as assets.

The candidate should bring extensive experience in satellite navigation and connectivity applications. The expert will contribute to the AESPP Boost project by developing and promoting space-based applications,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, telecommunications, aeronautics, geomatics, or related field.
• Excellent command of English.
• Working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese will be considered an asset.

Responsabilités

• Support activities related to satellite navigation, GNSS and augmentation systems.
• Support satellite connectivity initiatives and space-based application development for Africa.
• Collaborate with teams and external partners to strengthen Africa-EU space cooperation.
• Contribute to uptake of space-based solutions across Africa across policy dialogue and knowledge exchange.

Connaissances

English proficiency

GNSS knowledge

French/Portuguese (asset)

Formation

Master’s degree in engineering/telecommunications/aeronautics/geomatics or related field

Description du poste

Non-Key Expert – Space Applications Expert, Satellite Navigation & Connectivity

NTU International is preparing a proposal for the project “Support to the Africa-EU Space Partnership Programme – AESPP Boost.”

The programme aims to strengthen cooperation between Africa and the European Union in the space sector, supporting policy dialogue, institutional partnerships, knowledge exchange, innovation, private sector engagement and investment, while contributing to stronger and more sustainable African space ecosystems.

In this context, we are seeking a highly qualified Non-Key Expert – Space Applications Expert, Satellite Navigation & Connectivity to support activities related to satellite navigation, GNSS and augmentation systems, satellite connectivity and the development and uptake of space-based applications across Africa.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

• University degree at Master’s level in engineering, telecommunications, aeronautics, geomatics, or a related field.
• Excellent command of English.
• Working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese will be considered an asset.

Minimum General Professional Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in satellite navigation, telecommunications, satellite connectivity and/or related applications.

Minimum Specific Professional Experience

• At least 4 years of professional experience working on satellite-navigation or connectivity applications, including GNSS and SBAS, aviation or maritime applications and/or satellite broadband.
• Working knowledge of Galileo and EGNOS, IRIS² and relevant African navigation and augmentation initiatives is an asset.