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Join the innovative 4S Programme of ESA and play a pivotal role in the development of next-gen SATCOM solutions, making a direct impact on safety, security, and the economy globally.
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Noordwijk, NL - Toulouse, FR
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The European Space Agency (ESA) is now hiring for the 4S (Space Systems for Safety and Security) Strategic Programme Line (SPL), a key component of a modern telecommunications programme (ARTES). As a splinter of ESA, we are committed to creating a diversified and inclusive workplace for everyone.
Role Summary:
- Act as a technical system-level authority for Connectivity and Secure Communications within the 4S domain.
- Ensure coherence and consistency of ESA’s activities in this area.
- Align internal activities with short, mid, and long-term objectives of 4S.
- Meet the needs of the user community relying on these solutions.
Role Requirements:
- A Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
- A proven track record (10+ years) in designing, developing, and validating satellite telecommunications systems, including in SATCOM constellations.
- Experience in implementing large scale R&D activities or projects in the SATCOM domain, either in a space agency or in industry.
The 4S (Space Systems for Safety and Security) Strategic Programme Line (SPL) is one of the three main strategic pillars of ESA’s telecommunications programme (ARTES). It focuses on next-generation SATCOM solutions that address governmental requirements and support infrastructure and/or applications critical to society, the economy and security.
The role entails serving as the technical and system-level focal point for Connectivity and Secure Communications within the 4S domain. You will ensure the overall coherence and consistency of ESA’s activities in this area—both internally, by aligning them with the short-, mid-, and long-term objectives of 4S, and externally, by ensuring responsiveness to the needs expressed by the user communities who will ultimately rely on these solutions.
Job requirements include a master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and demonstrated (10+ years) experience in design, development and validation of end-to-end satellite telecommunications systems, including in SATCOM constellations. Experience in the implementation of large R&D activities and/or projects in the SATCOM domain would be an advantage, either in a space agency or in industry (e.g. system integrators, satellite operators/service providers), preferably in 4S-related application domains, for large established players, SMEs, or start-ups.
ESA is 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, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. 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.
