TT&C Systems Engineer — Flexible Work & Growth

Aerospacelab; Louvain-la-Neuve; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Aerospacelab, based in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, is building a leading role in small satellites with offices in several countries. We seek an experienced procurement specialist for TT&C systems to drive supplier selection, define interfaces, and ensure compliance with ITU and ECSS standards.

The role requires a strong RF background, 3+ years in TT&C procurement or systems engineering, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• MSc/PhD in Electrical, Telecommunication, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years in technical procurement, systems engineering, or supplier management for TT&C/telecom systems.
• Strong RF background: link budgets, RF performance metrics, antenna pattern analysis.
• Experience with EMC/EMI requirements and testing.
• Ability to write clear, verifiable requirements and specifications.
• Solid understanding of TT&C interfaces and ICDs.
• Good knowledge of ITU regulations (incl. Article 22) and frequency coordination/licensing.
• Working knowledge of ECSS standards.
• Experience interfacing with ESA and/or national space agencies.
• Fluent English and strong communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Own the technical procurement of TT&C systems and equipment for LEO/GEO missions.
• Write and maintain TT&C requirements and specifications, and manage compliance through the procurement cycle.
• Define and control TT&C interfaces (electrical, RF, data) between spacecraft, TT&C equipment, and ground segment via ICDs.
• Generate and review RF link budgets and RF performance metrics, including antenna pattern simulations.
• Assess EMC/RFI requirements (auto-compatibility, inter-satellite interference, etc).
• Lead technical evaluation of supplier proposals, trade studies, and compliance matrices against requirements.
• Ensure supplier deliverables meet ITU/national regulatory requirements and ECSS standards.
• Interface with ESA and national agencies and ground station providers on ground segment compatibility.
• Manage suppliers through design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR), progress monitoring, testing, and acceptance.
• Maintain a strong market overview of TT&C products, suppliers, and ground networks to inform make-vs-buy decisions.

Connaissances

RF background

TT&C interfaces

EMC/EMI testing

Supplier management

Clear requirement writing

Fluent English

Formation

MSc/PhD in Electrical, Telecommunication, or Aerospace Engineering

Outils

HFSS

ADS

SystemVue

Python scripting

Description du poste

Aerospacelab, based in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium, is building a leading role in small satellites with offices in several countries. We seek an experienced procurement specialist for TT&C systems to drive supplier selection, define interfaces, and ensure compliance with ITU and ECSS standards.

The role requires a strong RF background, 3+ years in TT&C procurement or systems engineering, and fluency in English.