Satellite Ground Segment RF Test Engineer — Hybrid

Leaf Space S.r.l.; Lomazzo; Hybrid; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible working time

Job summary

Leaf Space is seeking a Ground Segment RF Test Engineer to support integration, validation, and testing of satellite communication systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to ensure RF compatibility and mission readiness.

Based in Lomazzo (Como), Italy, the role offers a hybrid work arrangement with up to two remote days per week. The position targets professionals with strong RF testing experience and English fluency, ready to contribute to a growing space

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in RF or telecommunications engineering
• Experience with satellite communication systems or ground segment operations
• Strong understanding of RF systems and testing methodologies
• Experience working with Linux/Ubuntu environments
• Fluent in English

Responsibilities

• Perform RF compatibility testing between ground segment systems and satellites
• Support integration and validation of new features and services
• Configure, operate, and maintain RF test equipment
• Manage customer-provided hardware (transceivers, engineering models)
• Develop and execute test procedures and produce technical test reports
• Collaborate with software, DSP, and operations teams
• Provide technical support to customers during RF test campaigns

Skills

RF testing

Satellite systems

Linux/Ubuntu

English fluency

RF testing methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications/Electronics/Aerospace

Tools

CRT

CORTEX

NURON

SATCORE

Job description

Leaf Space is seeking a Ground Segment RF Test Engineer to support integration, validation, and testing of satellite communication systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to ensure RF compatibility and mission readiness.

Based in Lomazzo (Como), Italy, the role offers a hybrid work arrangement with up to two remote days per week. The position targets professionals with strong RF testing experience and English fluency, ready to contribute to a growing space