Satellite Systems Engineer

Carbon60; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Satellite Systems Engineer to join their team. You will be involved in developing and testing innovative satellite systems, contributing to space exploration. Responsibilities include writing test sequences, supporting test operations, and developing test solutions. The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience in spacecraft testing. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a similar role.
• Hands-on experience with spacecraft tests from CCS.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and debug test sequences for satellite systems.
• Support spacecraft systems functional and performance tests.
• Write test reports and support test reviews.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Programming

Scripting

Test Equipment Knowledge

Linux/Unix

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Elisa

JAVA

TMTC Databases

Job description

The company is seeking a talented and experienced Satellite Systems Engineer to join their dynamic team. As a Satellite Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the development and testing of cutting-edge satellite systems, contributing to the company's mission of pushing the boundaries of space exploration.

Responsibilities of the Satellite Systems Engineer:
- Prepare test procedures, write and debug test sequences for satellite system testing during ambient and environmental test campaigns.
- Develop, debug, and execute complex test sequences on flight spacecraft and test benches.
- Provide first-line support to the test operations team and support non-conformance reviews in a technical capacity.
- Write test reports and support test reviews.
- Interpret electrical and functional test requirements from test specifications and provide test solutions to meet the requirements.
- Develop and debug Automatic Test procedures (ATP) using a bespoke high-level software language.
- Support spacecraft systems functional and performance tests during environmental test, functional, and performance tests.

Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum of a degree in an Electrical Engineering related discipline or relevant experience in a similar role for 5+ years.
- Current hands-on experience of writing test sequences/scripts for execution of spacecraft tests from the Central Checkout System (CCS).
- Knowledge of Elisa and JAVA would be an advantage.
- Working knowledge of TMTC Databases and spacecraft systems and subsystem technical knowledge.
- Programming and scripting experience, particularly writing and debugging Linux/Unix bash scripts.
- Familiarity with various test equipment used for electrical measurements.
- Awareness of 'cleanroom' disciplines and system testing & Verification.
- Willingness to support shifts/flexible working as required.

This company offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development. If you are passionate about space exploration and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply for this Satellite Systems Engineer role.

Please apply below or reach out to Ed Powell on 02038 163817 for more information.

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