Space Applications Expert, Satellite Navigation & Connectivity

NTU International A/S; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 185,000; Part time

Job summary

NTU International in Ireland seeks a Non-Key Expert – Space Applications Expert, Satellite Navigation & Connectivity to support activities under the AESPP Boost project and help develop space-based applications across Africa.

You will work on GNSS, augmentation systems and satellite connectivity, contributing to Africa–EU cooperation through knowledge exchange, advisory support and capacity-building.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, telecommunications, aeronautics, geomatics, or a related field.
• Excellent command of English.
• French and/or Portuguese language skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support satellite navigation and connectivity applications across Africa.
• Assist with GNSS, SBAS, and augmentation system activities.
• Contribute to knowledge exchange and capacity-building related to space applications.

Skills

Satellite navigation

GNSS & SBAS

Satellite connectivity

Space applications

Education

Master's degree in engineering, telecommunications, aeronautics, geomatics

Job description

Non-Key Expert – Space Applications Expert, Satellite Navigation & Connectivity

NTU International is preparing a proposal for the project “Support to the Africa-EU Space Partnership Programme – AESPP Boost.”

The programme aims to strengthen cooperation between Africa and the European Union in the space sector, supporting policy dialogue, institutional partnerships, knowledge exchange, innovation, private sector engagement and investment, while contributing to stronger and more sustainable African space ecosystems.

In this context, we are seeking a highly qualified Non-Key Expert – Space Applications Expert, Satellite Navigation & Connectivity to support activities related to satellite navigation, GNSS and augmentation systems, satellite connectivity and the development and uptake of space-based applications across Africa.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills:

• University degree at Master’s level in engineering, telecommunications, aeronautics, geomatics, or a related field.
• Excellent command of English.
• Working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese will be considered an asset.

Minimum General Professional Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in satellite navigation, telecommunications, satellite connectivity and/or related applications.

Minimum Specific Professional Experience

• At least 4 years of professional experience working on satellite-navigation or connectivity applications, including GNSS and SBAS, aviation or maritime applications and/or satellite broadband.
• Working knowledge of Galileo and EGNOS, IRIS² and relevant African navigation and augmentation initiatives is an asset.