Connectivity Network Engineer

Aalto; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in High-Altitude Platform Station technology is seeking a UAS Connectivity Network Engineer to oversee operations and network design for unmanned aerial vehicles. This role involves defining system requirements and developing connectivity solutions while ensuring network security. Join a passionate team and be at the forefront of innovative aerial technology.

Benefits

Short-term incentive plan

25 days of holiday

Private medical insurance

Personal pension plan

Income protection and life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Perkbox employee discounts

Qualifications

• Knowledge of complex network system design and delivery.
• Experience with SATCOM, LTE or back haul communication systems.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Determine and review requirements across operational and functional areas.
• Define design requirements for payload systems and connectivity solutions.
• Create test plans and reports for all network systems.

Skills

Mesh networking

High availability

Cybersecurity

Agile

Scrum

Git

Job description

Welcome to AALTO, where we're blazing a trail to an extraordinary future! We're not just rewriting the rulebook; we're defining what is possible from the sky itself by, propelling HAPS technology to stratospheric heights.

Imagine an aircraft soaring above 60,000 feet, powered by sunlight, and flying for months above traditional air traffic. That's us, AALTO, world-leaders in High-Altitude Platform Station (HAPS) technology, with our 100% solar-electric, world-record-breaking Zephyr HAPS aircraft. But that's just the beginning! We're on the verge of becoming the global leader in HAPS Connectivity as a Service (CaaS), connecting diverse needs in the Mobile and Satellite Network Operator market. We connect the various demands of our customers, whether it's for rural connectivity, overlay capacity, disaster recovery, or new service provision. Plus, we're opening doors in revolutionizing Earth observation, tracking, and communications, while operating a carbon-neutral Zephyr HAPS fleet.

Join us in this exciting journey at AALTO. You won't just be part of a team; you'll be part of an eclectic, passionate group of visionaries shaping the future and pushing boundaries in the stratosphere. Ready to rewrite history with us? AALTO is not just creating an aircraft; we're shaping a future of boundless possibilities.

Job purpose:

A UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) Connectivity Network Engineer is a key role in the operation and maintenance of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

Role and Responsibilities:

· Determine, and review requirements across many areas including, operational, functional, environmental, Human Machine Interface, Safety and Security.

· Define computer system and network design requirements for the payload systems deployed by AALTO.

· Develop gateway station designs for AALTO connectivity solutions.

· Oversee the development of AALTO connectivity solutions from a network and security perspective.

· Create designs, test plans and reports for all payload network systems.

· Test, produce procedures for operation and deployment of the connectivity solutions

Requirements:

· Knowledge of the design, delivery and implementation of networks which include mesh networking and high availability.

· Knowledge and understanding of technologies relevant to HAPS networking.

· Demonstrable experience in complex network systems with considerable packet loss.

· Experience with SATCOM, LTE or other back haul communication systems.

· Familiarity with software development methodologies and tools, such as Agile, Scrum, Git.

· Experience with cybersecurity, IP/switching and upper layer protocols and troubleshooting of them.

Highly Desirable:

· Has already designed or deployed a complex mesh network which included HA mechanisms.

· Has regularly created design, development, test and operations documentation for the network systems they have worked on.

In addition to salary, we offer:

• Rewarding Excellence: Benefit from our short-term incentive plan that rewards your hard work and dedication.

• Enjoy Your Time Off: Benefit from 25 days of holiday to relax and recharge.

• Stay Healthy: We’ve got your health covered with private medical insurance, along with dental and optical cash back.

• Secure Your Future: Take advantage of our personal pension plan to ensure a comfortable retirement.

• Peace of Mind: Our income protection and life assurance schemes are there to support you when you need it most.

• We Care About You: Our employee assistance programme is always available to provide the support you need.

• Perks Galore: Enjoy a range of employee discounts via Perkbox, because you deserve a treat!

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