Space Propagation Engineer: RF & Optical Modelling & R&D

EU Satellite Centre (SatCen); Noordwijk; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ESA seeks a Propagation Engineer in the Wave Interaction and Propagation Section at ESTEC, Noordwijk. The role covers wave propagation for space communications, navigation and remote sensing, with emphasis on modelling, data processing and end-to-end performance analyses.

The candidate will provide expert technical support, contribute to technology development, and participate in R&D planning and reviews within a dynamic, cross-functional environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant domain with 5 years of professional experience.
• Strong experience in wave propagation modelling (RF and optical) relevant to telecommunications and/or navigation.
• Knowledge of propagation environment characterisation and related requirements.
• Experience with performance simulations and end-to-end analyses.
• Familiarity with laboratory tests and propagation campaigns.
• Ability to interact with scientists and engineers across domains.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support to ESA projects and studies across all phases.
• Participate in feasibility studies, project reviews and evaluation of proposals.
• Identify critical development problems and help resolve them.
• Define and manage R&D activities for long- and short-term needs.
• Foster innovative concepts and system architectures for multidisciplinary applications.
• Engage in laboratory activities and monitor scientific/technological trends.
• Disseminate results and support knowledge transfer across the Agency.

Skills

Wave propagation modelling

Propagation channel models

RF and optical propagation

Data processing and simulations

Project support

Laboratory/field campaigns

Education

Master's degree in a relevant domain

PhD advantageous

Job description

ESA seeks a Propagation Engineer in the Wave Interaction and Propagation Section at ESTEC, Noordwijk. The role covers wave propagation for space communications, navigation and remote sensing, with emphasis on modelling, data processing and end-to-end performance analyses.

The candidate will provide expert technical support, contribute to technology development, and participate in R&D planning and reviews within a dynamic, cross-functional environment.