Near Field Instrument Satellite Test Engineer

• Execution of tests on RF and Microwaves subsystems and systems;
• Analysis, modeling and simulation of Payload test benches functions and performances;
• Definition of validation, methods and accuracy of tests;
• Development of AIT Test Software and Procedures;
• Use the function and operations of all the systems composing the Anechoic Chamber;
• Reading technical drawings and schemes;
• Safety concepts and procedure;
• Supervision of test campaigns and analysis of results;
• Test report and trend analysis;
• Availability to work in double or triple shifts;
• Availability to work during bank holidays seasons;
• Availability to work on weekends;
• Availability to work abroad for long periods.

Skills, experience and qualifications required:

• Master degree in Telecommunication and Electronic Engineer or equivalent;
• Knowledge of Anechoic Chamber System use and scope;
• Understanding the function and operations of all the systems composing the Anechoic Chamber;
• Knowledge/Experience on main protocol/standards as CCSDS, ITU, ECSS, PUS and so on;
• Knowledge of ESA technical standard (at least of the following list):
  • ECSS-E-ST-20-07C Rev.2(3January2022) (EMC);
  • ECSS-E-ST-50-05C(RF and modulation);
  • ECSS-E-ST-50-02C (Ranging and Doppler).
• Technical experience about write/understanding of the Payload Test Requirements of a Satellite;
• Technical experience about technical procurement on Payload units;
• Technical experiences about test execution at Payload level or alternatively on Spacecraft level;
• Reading technical drawings and schemes;
• Familiar Safety concepts and procedure;
• Familiar with both RF instrumentation and RF measurements;
• Knowledge of Antennas Theory (basic, at least) and related Antenna RF measurements;
• Knowledge of Far-Field and Near Field terminologies and measurement techniques;
• Technical experience on Payload EGSE elements and development on Payload simulator;
• Knowledge of MATLAB, C++, Python, Java, Linux is a plus;
• Knowledge of the operating principles on Telecommunication Sub-systems;
• Knowledge and experience in the use of measurement instrumentations (Oscilloscope, Power Meter, Spectrum Analyzer…..);
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time and to work autonomously;
• Team Working attitude;
• Good knowledge of English in writing and speaking.