Sr. Systems Engineer (5G)

Macdonald, Dettwiler And Associates Corporation; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the space industry seeks a 5G Systems Engineer to enhance satellite systems. The role involves generating requirements, system analysis, and collaborating with internal teams. Candidates should have substantial experience in communications systems, particularly in the 5G landscape.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• 5 years plus experience in communications system engineering.
• Good working knowledge of 5G NR and NB-IoT radio stacks.
• Experience in end-to-end communications system design.

Responsibilities

• Generate systems level requirements, specifications and interface definitions.
• Develop a system/payload CONOPs and architecture.
• Support business development and proposal activities.

Skills

Communication

Systems Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Math or Physics

Master’s degree or PhD

Job description

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,400 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there. For more information, visit www.mda.space .

Are you ready to launch the next stage of your career in the new space economy? We would love to hear from you!

We’re on the hunt for an systems engineer

MDA Space’s international footprint in the UK creates opportunities to work with some of the most exciting space industrial players in the country. Delivering all three business area capabilities in Geointelligence, Robotics & Space Operations, and Satellite Systems, our UK team provides support to our European-based customers while specializing in the development of advanced space sensors for exploration missions as well as space-based communication technology. As our presence grows overseas, so does our need for new ambitious team players to help us advance our place in the Universe and beyond.

MDA Space UK is looking for a 5G Systems Engineer to work on the next generation of 5G NTN satellite systems. In this position, you will be responsible for system level analysis and definition of the payload and, where necessary, the corresponding ground segment. Using your experience and knowledge of state-of-the-art solutions you will recommend the implementation and validation of solutions that meet customer needs. You will ascertain the issues that need to be addressed in the 5G standard to support these use cases and engage with the 3GPP standardization accordingly.

You will work closely with various systems engineering groups internally and externally to the business, building a robust and informative trade analysis with a clear and well-structured set of conclusions and recommendations, including ground infrastructure, payload solutions and technology trade-offs.

Responsibilities:

• Generate systems level requirements, specifications and interface definitions
• Analyze system level performance requirements to allocated sub-system/component requirement
• Develop a system/payload CONOPs and architecture with particular focus on the on-board processor and software for the system, such as mobile broadband and other needs such as machine-to-machine
• Define the requirements for the on-board processor and assess how it could be develop with particular emphasis on maximizing the utility of existing solutions and technology (e.g. IP from existing modem development, mixed signal IP, commonality with existing chip architectures etc.)
• Enable technology maturation and risk reduction plans for critical system elements including ground infrastructure and satellite subsystems
• Support business development and proposal activities for multiple customers and partners
• Conduct specification trade-off negotiations with customers, partners, engineers and working groups

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Math or Physics. (Master’s degree or PhD would be preferred)
• Proven ability to develop and analyze E2E system requirements, perform trade studies breaking down the complete system into the constituent parts and solutions
• A good working knowledge of the 5G NR and NB-IoT radio stacks and the ecosystem of technologies implementing it and the corresponding standards (e.g., ORAN and Small Cell Forum)
• Understanding of the 5G core network
• End-to-end communications system design experience
• Ability to write proposals to RFI/RFP’s, including developing presentations to describe the technical approach in a clear manner
• 5 years plus of experience in communications system engineering
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with customers, management, and peers

Experience of working with multiple customers/partners and building win-win themes and scenarios. A background in working with government departments/agencies and groups such as ESA etc. would be highly beneficial. Experience in the space industry, 5G NTN, phased array antennas and on-board processing technology is also desirable.

We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA’s leadership in this next golden age.

Comments/Special Considerations:

We are required to conduct a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) screening in which we will check your:

• Right to work: To confirm that you are entitled to take up the position as well as check your nationality and immigration status
• Identity: Full ID check
• Criminal records: Basic Disclosure
• Employment history check: Confirmation of past three years of employment (minimum) history/activity
• Reference checks

Benefits statement:

MDA Space provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; private healthcare, disability income protection, life insurance, pension plan; and an employee assistance program. We also have a Hybrid work model in place, for a better work/life balance.

Equal opportunity statement:

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

Accommodations

MDA Ltd. is proud to provide accommodation(s) during the recruitment process. Should you require any accommodations, please indicate this on your application/cover letter and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.