Electronics Engineering Manager, Radar Payload Team

ICEYE; Espoo; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE is seeking an Electronics Engineering Manager in Espoo, Finland. In this hybrid role, you will lead a multidisciplinary team to develop radar payload systems. Responsibilities include managing engineering teams, coordinating project timelines, and ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in electronics or RF design and a background in managing complex projects. Join us to advance satellite payload technology in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven industry experience in electronics or RF design.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams of more than 5 members.
• Strong ability to manage timelines and interface with non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team in delivering radar payload systems.
• Manage and mentor engineers throughout project lifecycles.
• Coordinate project timelines and resource allocation.

Skills

Designing complex PCB and RF subsystems

Managing engineering teams

Strong communication skills

Cross-domain project coordination

Job description

Title: Electronics Engineering Manager

Location: Espoo, Finland

Department: Radar Payload

Reports to: Radar Payload Team

Employment type: Permanent

Workplace model: Hybrid

Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO)

Role Overview

As Team Lead / Engineering Manager you will lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver ICEYE’s radar payload systems. You will guide project execution, maintain clear communication, and bridge the gap between technical work and broader organizational goals. Your hands‑on electronics or RF engineering experience, combined with leadership capability, will enable the team to move forward efficiently and advance ICEYE’s satellite payload technology.

Your Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead a cross‑domain, multi‑disciplinary team of 5+ members through the full lifecycle of the radar payload and downlink data systems.
• Manage and mentor a diverse group of engineers, from junior to highly experienced staff‑level experts, with a focus on developing Electronic/RF engineering talent.
• Own project timelines, schedules, and resource allocation for complex, end‑to‑end hardware development cycles.
• Present daily or weekly progress updates, translating complex engineering constraints, risks, and milestones to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with Staff Engineers and Technical Leads, removing roadblocks so they can focus on technical execution.

Requirements

Must haves

• 5+ years of proven industry experience as a designer (electronics or RF), emphasizing applied industrial product development.
• Experience designing complex PCB and RF subsystems.
• 5+ years of managing and coordinating engineering teams of more than 5 people.
• Experience leading senior technical experts and guiding highly experienced staff.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating the full product lifecycle end‑to‑end for complex systems.
• Strong background in coordinating cross‑domain and multi‑disciplinary projects (managing interconnected systems rather than isolated tasks).
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage timelines, balance priorities, and interface with non‑technical stakeholders.

Nice to haves

• Fundamental knowledge of RF, aerospace hardware, or spaceborne payload systems.
• Familiarity with the project management challenges of developing downlink data systems and highly reliable electronics.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing at work and beyond. They vary by location and are confirmed during the process.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, and we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. We are committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, let us know—we’ll do our best to help.