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Elevate Your Engineering Career with ESA and Shape the Future of Space Technology
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Noordwijk, NL
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Join the European Space Agency's Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality, where your expertise in antenna engineering will contribute to groundbreaking space projects and technological advancements. ESA is an inclusive, equal-opportunity employer aiming to create a diverse workforce and foster an environment where all talents can thrive. This is your chance to be at the forefront of space antenna systems development and to work with a team that values innovation and diversity.
- Providing expert technical support and consultancy for space antenna systems and submillimetre wave technologies.
- Participating in cutting-edge feasibility studies and project reviews.
- Assisting in identifying and resolving critical development issues in aerospace programs.
- Master's degree in telecommunications or electrical engineering with a strong background in electromagnetic wave theory.
- Experience in antenna and submillimetre wave technologies in the aerospace sector is desirable.
- Eligibility for access to controlled technology and obtaining necessary security clearance.
- Potential selection testing during the recruitment process.
- Undergoing a basic pre-appointment screening.
- Applications accepted from nationals of specific ESA member states.
- Proficiency in English or French, with additional ESA member state language skills beneficial.
We are looking for an Antenna Engineer to join our team at the Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality. Our team provides functional support to ESA projects and carries out technological research and development (R&D) in the fields of space antenna systems, submillimetre wave instruments and associated technologies.
The Role: You will report to the Head of Section and your main tasks and responsibilities will include providing expert technical support and consultancy to ESA projects, programmes and general studies in the field of space antenna systems, submillimetre wave instruments and associated technologies, throughout all project phases. You will also participate in feasibility studies, project reviews and the evaluation of procurement proposals. You will identify critical development problems and assist in their resolution.
Job Requirements: A master’s in telecommunications or electrical engineering with a comprehensive background in electromagnetic wave theory is required for this post. Solid industrial experience in antenna and submillimetre wave architectures and technologies as applied to aerospace programmes would be an asset.
Benefits: We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged. At the Agency we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace.
Application Details: Applicants must be eligible to access technology and hardware which is subject to European and US export control regulations & security clearance by their national security administrations. During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures.
Please note that applications can only be considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia and Slovenia. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.
