Satellite Communications Engineer (m/f/d)

We are seeking talented engineers to support us with the development, design and testing of our satellite systems. They will be joining a very motivated and highly enthusiastic team of experts in the fields of mechanical, optics, electronics, spacecraft, and software engineering.

As Satellite Communication Engineer, you will:

• Lead and grow a team of skilled communication engineers

• Collaborate across engineering teams to align system capabilities with satellite and mission requirements

• Design and analyze satellite communication systems:

• Component selection

• Link budget and data budget simulations

• Testing on the ground and in orbit

• Coordinate with external communication and ground station service providers

• Drive the evolution of our satellite communication strategy, leveraging mission feedback, performance data, and future needs

• Degree in Communication Engineering or a related field (ideally with a focus on satellite communication)

• 2+ years of professional experience in communication systems

• Solid knowledge of link budget analysis

• Hands-on experience with RF measurement tools

• 5+ years of total engineering experience preferred, especially in aerospace

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Experience in leading a small team, upwards and downwards communication

• Ability to identify and communicate design, budget, or timeline risks early and clearly

• Experience using task/ticket-based project management tools (e.g., Wrike)

• Familiarity with documentation and collaboration tools (e.g., Confluence, Slack)

• Comfortable working in Linux/Unix environments (basic shell/SSH usage)

• Fluent in English (C1 or higher)

• Bonus Skills (Nice to Have):

• Familiarity with communication protocols and standards such as DVB-S2, CCSDS, LTP

• Understanding of ITU radio regulations and licensing processes

• Virtual shares for all permanent employees (VSOP=Virtual Share Option Program)
• Company pension scheme (bAV = Betriebliche Altersversorgung) 
• Company accident insurance for all employees (insurance for accidents during work and leisure time around the world 24/7)
• Flexible working hours and home office option (including working from other countries)
• Corporate health benefit via Wellpass Subscription
• Free Deutschland ticket
• Discount on lunch meals
• Company bike via JobRad
• Modern office in Neue Balan with a wonderful pool and campus area

• You have the opportunity to become part of our firefighting mission from space and deliver the tools to better cope with natural disasters and mitigate climate change - could a job be any cooler?

• You will be responsible for your own project(s), time management, and budget.

• You will gain insights into the most exciting new technologies and business models.

• We offer a wide variety of benefits including drinks, snacks and sports.

• There is the opportunity to become part of our virtual employee stock option program (VSOP) for all permanent employees.

• You will always have a great story to tell at parties!

If you apply: We value well-crafted motivation letters stating how you learned about OroraTech, why you think you would be a great addition to the team and why you want to work at a NewSpace start-up. Please always include references of your prior work (for example, your thesis, talks, papers, code repositories, websites, write-ups, articles, apps, exposes, anything), if permissible. Please avoid detailed grade reports and online certificates. Please also list your earliest starting date and expected salary.