Satellite Spectrum Strategy Lead

Astroscale Holdings Inc.; East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Hybrid working

25 days holiday (+8 bank holidays)

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Relocation allowance considered

State-of-the-art offices

Job summary

Astroscale UK is seeking a Spectrum Manager to lead spectrum management and regulatory activities for space programmes, ensuring compliance with ITU and national regulations while supporting mission success from concept through operations.

You will manage satellite filings and frequency coordination activities, perform technical spectrum analyses, support licensing, and engage with stakeholders including Ofcom, the ITU, government bodies and international partners to shape sustainable space

Qualifications

• University degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications/RF or related field.
• Experience in spectrum management or space systems.
• Understanding of ITU Radio Regulations and satellite licensing.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead ITU satellite filings and frequency coordination activities, meeting regulatory deadlines.
• Prepare and submit ITU filings; liaise with Finance for filing fees.
• Produce annual filing reports to Ofcom.
• Negotiate frequency coordination agreements for Astroscale UK activities.
• Conduct technical studies of radio frequency interference and link budgets.
• Guide engineering teams to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support spectrum licensing of ground stations.
• Engage with Ofcom, ITU, UK MoD and other stakeholders on spectrum matters.
• Contribute to spectrum policy scoping and implementation for future projects.
• Participate in ITU activities and World Radiocommunication Conference prep as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory understanding

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

BSc/MSc in Electrical Engineering or RF

Tools

SQL

Job description

Astroscale UK is seeking a Spectrum Manager to lead spectrum management and regulatory activities for space programmes, ensuring compliance with ITU and national regulations while supporting mission success from concept through operations.

You will manage satellite filings and frequency coordination activities, perform technical spectrum analyses, support licensing, and engage with stakeholders including Ofcom, the ITU, government bodies and international partners to shape sustainable space