Job Description

Job Introduction
Serco, a prominent player in the Space industry with over 40 years of experience, has a robust partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA), particularly through our work at the European Centre for Space Applications and Telecommunications (ECSAT) in Harwell, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. ECSAT serves as ESA's hub for telecommunications and integrated applications, supporting the development and commercialization of innovative space-based solutions.
We are seeking to hire a Satcom Space Segment Engineer to work on our Customers Site (ESA-ECSAT) in the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to get into one of the most sought-after space agencies in the world.
The Community You Will Join:
As a Satcom Space Segment Engineer you will join the ECSAT community workforce and associated organisations within the European Space Agency where you will have the opportunity to support the activities in the Telecommunication Satellite Domain for cutting-edge projects.
The Difference You Will Make:
ECSAT has already invested over EUR1 billion in new technologies and services for the biggest markets for space - satellite telecommunications and applications
ECSAT has supported 40 projects involving 600 scientists from 200 institutions in 20 Member States to understand and respond to the climate crisis using the satellites that monitor Planet Earth 24/7
Refined new materials and manufacturing techniques for use in future generations of European spacecraft
Enabled bright, young minds to investigate novel technologies for the future of space exploration.
Main Responsibilities

• Support the management of activities devoted to the development of telecommunication satellite technology and products.

• Support the initiation of activities related to technology and product development for satcom applications.

• Support the establishment and control of relevant ESA requirements, specifications and general documentation.

• Support the evaluation, negotiation, monitoring and control of development contracts and activities.

• Support the preparation of inputs to status reports.

• Support by contributing to the preparation of technology and product development work plans.

• Monitor market and technology trends and developments in the area of satellite communication.

• Support identifying any issues during the procurement phase, the running or closing of an activity, and flag them for attention in a timely manner.

• Support the timely preparation of papers for Adjudication Committee meetings or Delegate bodies (IPC, JCB), with high quality standards.

• Support the provision inputs for the Department Business Intelligence management system.

• Supporting the promotion of ARTES and ARTES socioeconomic impact analysis.

Successful Candidate
Do you think you are the person we are looking for? See below what experience or knowledge you should bring:

• Master's degree or equivalent in Physics or Engineering, or a relevant field.

• At least 4 years proven experience in aerospace or telecommunications satellite design and manufacturing.

• Expertise with satcom payload architecture

• Expertise in free space optical communication payloads and system architecture, or RF/mmWave SATCOM payloads and system architectures, or experience in end-to-end communications systems engineering involving RF or optical payloads.

• Experience in high-level system aspects of various the elements of satellite avionics is an added advantage.

• Desire to work both autonomously and as part of a team, in an international multicultural environment.

• Solution oriented mindset, with a customer focused communication skill.

• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK.

• Candidates must have an EU Nationality from an ESA member states

Your Background:
This position is subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). To be considered, you must be born in a European country (EU only) approved under ITAR. The successful candidate must be eligible to access ITAR-controlled information in compliance with applicable export control laws.
On offer
Flexible working policy (hybrid working)
Comprehensive and competitive benefits plan
A range of wellness activities and employee assistance programs
Casual dress code
About the Company
Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development.
Why should you join Serco ?
At Serco not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play.
Meaningful and vital work - You'll contribute to methodologically intercepting challenges whilst achievements will also be recognised and celebrated.
A world of opportunity - You'll be wholeheartedly supported with development and career progression
Great people - You'll become an integral member of a well-defined and supportive team who believe passionately in the value of our work. We are a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
We are diverse and inclusive organisation
At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to supporting the needs of all our colleagues. It's a mix of people from different backgrounds, experiences and opinion that keeps our culture strong and vibrant.
We believe in equity so we strongly encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their abilities in an interview. We also welcome a conversation about any adjustments that would make the interview process more accessible for you. Wherever possible we are open to discussions around flexible working and we operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas.
In the UK we are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader in the government's scheme and hold the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard; in Belgium we are partner of Diversicom and member of Charter der Vielfalt in Germany.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to The Serco Europe Recruitment Team
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