Satellite RF Senior Technician

ICEYE; New Mexico; On-site; USD 79,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

ICEYE seeks a Satellite Radio Frequency Senior Technician to join the Valencia production line. You will operate the Anechoic Chamber, perform RF payload verification and antenna characterization, and ensure SAR radar performance meets aerospace standards.

You will document findings, maintain calibration records, and work with RF engineering to meet satellite delivery timelines while advancing 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree or hands-on RF experience in related field.
• 4+ years using RF lab instrumentation and performing tests.
• Experience with Anechoic Chamber operation and cabling debugging.
• Solid RF fundamentals and radar payload understanding.
• Basic Linux and scripting for automated tests.
• Clear written and spoken English communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mount, and operate satellites inside the Anechoic Chamber for RF testing.
• Set up high-frequency RF instrumentation and measure key parameters.
• Execute RF test scripts and document results with NCRs in Jira.
• Troubleshoot RF path issues and ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with RF engineering and other production teams to meet deadlines.

Skills

RF fundamentals

Python scripting

Linux basics

English proficiency

Education

RF Engineering degree or related

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Vector network analyzers

RF signal generators

Power meters

Job description

Role highlights

• Title: Satellite Radio Frequency Senior Technician
• Department: Global Manufacturing Organisation
• Reports to: Head of MAITE Spain
• Location: Valencia, Spain
• Type of Contract: Permanent
• Working model: On-site
• Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

Why this role matters

As a Satellite RF Senior Technician, you play a vital role in proving that every satellite’s radar payload meets aerospace quality standards before it leaves our Valencia production line. You will operate our Anechoic Chamber, execute RF payload verification and antenna characterization, and validate SAR radar performance using specialized high-frequency instrumentation. Your work gives ICEYE dedicated, high-quality RF test capability on the line, alongside our systems and software verification team.

Who We Are

ICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth.

ICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system.

ICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future.

Founded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.

Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Prepare, mount, and operate satellites inside the Anechoic Chamber for RF payload testing and antenna characterization.
• Set up and operate high-frequency RF instrumentation, including spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, RF signal generators, and power meters.
• Execute manual and automated RF test scripts to measure gain, phase, frequency response, power output, and link budgets.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot RF path, signal integrity, and payload subsystem anomalies, distinguishing test/cabling setup issues from genuine unit faults.
• Document test outcomes, maintain calibration records, and generate non-conformance reports (NCRs) in Jira.
• Operate mechanical and electrical ground support equipment (GSE) to ensure smooth chamber test operations.
• Assist in managing activities related to satellite launch campaigns.
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives - procedures, processes, tools, and 6S.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of work performed, and communicate proactively with team members and supervisors regarding any challenges or obstacles.
• Collaborate closely with RF engineering, the Satellite Systems Senior Technician, and other production teams to meet satellite delivery deadlines and technical specifications.

What we’re looking for

Must haves

• Relevant university degree in RF Engineering, Telecommunications, Electronics, Applied Physics, or similar, or equivalent hands‑on experience in a related role.
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with RF lab instrumentation (spectrum analyzers, VNAs, power meters, RF signal generators).
• Practical experience executing RF tests, Anechoic Chamber operation, and RF cabling/setup debugging.
• Solid understanding of RF fundamentals, radar or communications payloads, gain, phase, frequency response, and interference.
• Basic proficiency in a Linux environment and running Python or Shell scripts for automated test procedures.
• Excellent communication skills, with particular attention to detail in procedures, preparation, and execution.
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken, to ensure clear communication in a cross‑functional environment.

Nice to haves

• Background in synthetic aperture radar (SAR), space hardware, or defense electronics.
• Knowledge of antenna alignment and chamber calibration.
• Advanced Python scripting, ICEYE‑specific test frameworks, and satellite bus specifics.
• Experience using Atlassian Cloud (Jira, Confluence).

Working at ICEYE

At ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a global scale‑up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win.

How We Work (Our Values)

Make the impossible possible: We set ambitious goals and stay calm under pressure. We bring grit, optimism, and ownership when things get hard, and we keep moving until we find a way.

• Be curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the "why" behind decisions.
• See the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others.
• Drive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions.
• Act as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift.
• Have fun: What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table.

We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help.