Lead Communications Architect

Roman Health Pharmacy LLC; München; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation and benefits package

High-impact role in EU space programs

Collaborative and innovative environment

Zusammenfassung

CesiumAstro is seeking a Lead Communications Architect for our Munich office, focusing on the architecture and design of phased array communication systems. The candidate will lead the technical direction of complex communication systems from concept to production.

Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and over 12 years of experience, particularly in aerospace or defense. This role offers significant autonomy and the chance to shape the future of space communications in Europe.

Qualifikationen

• 12+ years of experience in developing advanced communications systems.
• Proven experience working with technical customers and translating needs into requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Own end-to-end technical architecture of phased array communication systems.
• Lead internal and external technical design reviews.
• Mentor and guide the engineering team in Munich.

Kenntnisse

RF electronics

Communication systems

Leadership and mentoring

Technical communication

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

FPGAs

Embedded software

Jobbeschreibung

AtCesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross‑functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands‑on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward‑thinking individuals to join our team.

We are currently looking to add aLead Communications Architectto join our Munich, Germany office. This role will focus on leading the architecture and design of advanced phased array communication systems, working with our team to define and deliver solutions that support our mission of seamless, out‑of‑the‑box space communication systems.

As a Lead Communications Architect at CesiumAstro, you will serve as the senior technical authority for phased array RF systems for the Munich Office. You will own the end‑to‑end architecture and detailed design of complex communication systems – from concept through prototype and into production – working closely with our engineering team while operating with significant autonomy. This role sits outside of any single functional department and requires both exceptional technical depth and the ability to lead and influence across teams.

Responsibilities

• Own end‑to‑end technical architecture of phased array communication systems, from initial concept through detailed design, prototype, and production delivery
• Define and maintain system requirements, interface control documents, and design verification plans
• Lead internal and customer‑facing technical design reviews, presenting to engineering leadership and external partners
• Collaborate with the systems engineering team on requirements flow‑down from operational and customer needs
• Mentor and guide the Munich engineering team as it grows

Requirements

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, Communications Engineering, or a related discipline
• 12+ years of experience developing advanced communications systems in satellite, defense, or aerospace – with demonstrable experience at system architecture level
• In‑depth understanding of RF electronics, communication systems, and associated technologies such as digital systems, embedded software, FPGAs, and power electronics
• Track record of driving architecture decisions independently across multi‑disciplinary engineering teams, without appreciable supervisory direction
• Proven experience working with technical customers, developing strong relationships, and translating their needs into actionable product requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Experience with high‑reliability electronics and systems, particularly in the aerospace industry
• Familiarity with small satellite systems and their unique requirements
• Background in defense or aerospace platform integration
• Comfortable operating as the senior technical authority in a new team build – setting standards, establishing processes, and making consequential design decisions
• Fluent in English; working proficiency in German beneficial

What We Offer

• The opportunity to help establish CesiumAstro’s first European office and grow our Munich team
• High‑impact role with direct exposure to leading EU space programs
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• A collaborative, innovative environment shaping the future of space communications