Principal Communication Systems Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Principal Communication Systems Engineer in Basildon, focusing on advanced communication systems for aerospace applications. This role demands strong expertise in RF concepts, team collaboration, and project management skills, all while contributing to groundbreaking space technology projects. Enjoy a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and professional growth while working on critical communication systems for satellites and UAVs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 9+ years experience in space communications.
• Strong background in communication theory and RF concepts.
• Ability to manage large projects and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Define requirements and ensure interface compatibility.
• Lead trade studies to optimize system architecture.
• Conduct analyses for affordability, safety, reliability, and quality.

Skills

Communication theory

RF concepts

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Project management

Proficiency in Python

Proficiency in C++

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in Electrical Engineering

Tools

FPGA

Vector processing engines

Job description

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Principal Communication Systems Engineer, Basildon

Client:

Belcan

Location:

Basildon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Join our client’s cutting-edge team as a Principal Communication Systems Engineer.

Our client develops advanced communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. They foster a dynamic environment focused on learning, development, and engagement.

Position Overview:

The client seeks a Principal Communication Systems Engineer. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and are passionate about developing phased array antennas and radios for aerospace systems, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define requirements, integrate technical parameters, and ensure interface compatibility.
• Support proposal reviews and lead trade studies to optimize system architecture.
• Develop space system requirements and interfaces.
• Lead development of space architecture concepts, sub-system design, payload design, and risk reduction.
• Conduct analyses for affordability, safety, reliability, and quality to ensure mission success.
• Develop system engineering processes for requirements management and traceability.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctorate in Electrical Engineering.
• 9+ years experience in space communications.
• Strong background in communication theory and RF concepts.
• Experience with FPGA, vector processing engines, and satellite-communications standards.
• Proficiency in Python and C++.
• Excellent technical communication skills.
• Ability to manage large projects and work under pressure.
• Strong team collaboration skills.

Why join our client’s team?

Be part of a team pushing space technology boundaries. Work on innovative projects impacting space communications. Their collaborative culture supports professional growth.

This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and site-based work in Milton Keynes.

If you are ready to advance your career and make a significant impact in the space industry, contact me at 07776 854 634 or apply via the provided link. I will reach out once I receive your contact details.