Telecommunications Network Engineer

Euraxess; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ARQUIMEA Space in Madrid is seeking a Telecommunications Network Engineer to lead the design and implementation of space-based networks, including satellite constellations.

You'll work on architecture, topologies, link budgets, and ground station systems, ensuring security and regulatory compliance while coordinating across projects that push the boundaries of satellite communications.

Qualifications

• Degree in Telecommunications Engineering or related field.
• Master's degree is a plus, with focus on telecom systems and networks.
• Experience with satellite communications is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement satellite networks, including architecture and topology.
• Perform link-budget calculations to optimize performance.
• Assess ground station equipment, RF systems and modems.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with ITU/FCC standards.
• Lead satellite network implementation across projects.

Skills

Satellite Networks

Network Design

Link Budget

RF Subsystems

Network Simulations

Regulatory Compliance

Satellite Protocols

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering

Master's degree in Telecom systems

Tools

UML

SysML

Job description

Organisation/Company ARQUIMEA RESEARCH CENTER Research Field Other Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 31 Dec 2026 - 22:59 (UTC) Country Spain Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? NextGenerationEU Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

ARQUIMEA , we are a technology company operating globally and providing innovate solutions and products in highly demanding sectors.

Our areas of activity are Aerospace, Defense & Security, Big Science, Biotechnology and Fintech.

In ARQUIMEA SPACE develops spaceflight parts and equipment for satellites and launchers. We specialize in thermal control systems, structural panels, optical payloads, avionics, release and deployment mechanisms, and rad-hard microelectronics. Together with our tech partners we provide high-throughput smallsats and their subsystems. Our brand-new factory in Madrid is suited to integrate satellites and constellations.

We are looking for a Telecommunications Network Engineerwith the mission of acting as the key expert in space-based telecommunication networks within the company, leading the definition and implementation of satellite network solutions across various projects, including a satellite constellation.

Tasks to be performed:

• Satellite Network Design & Implementation: Develop and configure satellite communication networks (architecture, topology and definition) and management (control).
• Sizing of telecommunication channels for a whole network.
• Telecommunications Network protocols expert. Understanding of satellite communication protocols (DVB-S2, DVB-RCS, TDMA, SCPC,…).
• Link Budget Analysis & Optimization: Perform link budget calculations to optimize signal quality, bandwidth efficiency, and power allocation
• Ground Station equipment: Knowledge in satellite ground station equipment, including modems, antennas, RF systems, and baseband units.
• Network Security & Compliance: Implement encryption, authentication, and regulatory standards (e.g., ITU, FCC) to ensure secure satellite communications.
• Traffic Management & QoS: Monitor and manage satellite bandwidth allocation, implementing QoS policies to optimize performance.

Required skills, experience and candidate profile:

• Degree inTelecommunications Engineer, or similar engineering brand. Master´s Degree is a plus,preferred specialisation in Telecom systems and networks, with focus on Satellite Communications.
• Minimum experience of 5 years in asimilar experiencewith satellite terminals, antennas, and RF subsystems.
• Experience in network simulations.
• Use of modelling languages: UML, SysML,…
• Hand-on experience in implementing and configuring satcom networks.
• Knowledge of switching and core-network protocol
• Knowledge of satellite operations and protocols.
• Knowledge of satellite link budgeting and propagation models.
• Knowledge in Telecommunicationregulatory compliance & standards.

The position is located in our Headquarters of Torrejón de Ardoz (Madrid).

The candidate must be eligible to work in the EU and must be able to travel to the US.

We're looking for curious, creative, tenacious and collaborative people, eager to do things and unafraid to tackle challenges in order to contribute to improving the society in wich we live.

Think Big, Do the Job & Enjoy Life

At ARQUIMEA, we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected factors by law. All candidates will be considered equally based on their skills and experience