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Telecommunication Payload System Engineer

Permanent employee, Full-time · Munich, Berlin
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Who we are
Welcome to one of Europe’s most exciting New Space companies, creating the world's first fully connected mesh network in the sky. We are an international team of experts and engineers who have spent their careers expanding the boundaries and potential of space, now united in pursuit of a single vision. We value trust, open communication and collaboration to achieve the best results together. 
 
Now we are looking for the best talents for our locations in Munich and Berlin to help us make our vision come true.
Your mission
Working within the Space Segment Payload Technical team to ensure the Satellite Regenerative Payload functions, and related software, firmware are developed and qualified to meet Service requirements. You shall act as part of the Procurement team, keeping oversight on the Space Segment Prime Contractor(s). 
 
This includes: 
  • Space Segment procurement activities through Phase CDE
  • Focusing on the Onboard Processor functional, software and firmware aspects of the Telecommunication Payload
  • Following Regenerative Payload functional architecture, processing logic, development and validation, covering both Mission and Payload control
  • Support to the development and validation of the network and air interfaces, and Satellite Platform interfaces
  • Reviewing and giving guidance of all Payload Software and Firmware activities
  • Technical support to the System Level Engineering Team for related topics, such as:  
    • System Validation and Operations
    • Network and Payload control
  • Supporting the generation and maintenance of related Interface Control Documents
  • Reviewing of verification approach and support to system level tests 
  • Support to related Satellite technical topics
  • Support to definition and execution of in-orbit tests and operations
  • Visiting and reviewing Satellite Prime activities
What you bring on the table
  • You should have a minimum experience of 10 years in the field of Satellite Systems development in Phase CD, focusing on Payloads functional and/or software design and development
  • Experience in related System Engineering activities such as requirements and interface management
  • In depth knowledge of Software and Firmware development for Satellite Payloads
  • Good verbal and written skills.  Good team working is essential
  • Able to guide and control Satellite Prime and Payload supplier   
  • Willingness to work flexibly and as necessary to achieve the goals on time
  • Excellent written and spoken English
Why you should join us
We are an international team of space enthusiasts, following one great vision. We value equality in our work environment where different opinions, backgrounds and experiences are not only welcomed but also necessary to achieve the best result collaboratively. 
This permanent position was created recently and thus offers a lot of creative freedom. Our approach is to create a modern work environment with hybrid working model. We offer an attractive salary depending on your experience. 

Rivada Space Networks is an equal opportunity employer with the approach to create a diverse and inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, disability, or other individual characteristics. 
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About us

Rivada Space Networks is deploying the first true “OuterNET™”: a global low latency point-to-point connectivity network of LEO satellites. By connecting our satellites with lasers, we will provide resellers and B2B customers with the ability to securely connect any two points on the globe with low latency and high bandwidth. The constellations, comprising 600 low-earth-orbit communications satellites, will represent a fundamental change in the availability of secure, global, end-to-end enterprise-grade connectivity for Telecom, Enterprise, Maritime, Energy and Government Services markets. Rivada Space Networks is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rivada Networks, Inc. 

Rivada is working with Terran Orbital to manufacture and SpaceX to launch our satellites. The deployment starts in 2025 with full-service launch in 2026.

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Über uns

Rivada Space Networks is deploying the first true “OuterNET™”: a global low latency point-to-point connectivity network of LEO satellites. By connecting our satellites with lasers, we will provide resellers and B2B customers with the ability to securely connect any two points on the globe with low latency and high bandwidth. The constellations, comprising 600 low-earth-orbit communications satellites, will represent a fundamental change in the availability of secure, global, end-to-end enterprise-grade connectivity for Telecom, Enterprise, Maritime, Energy and Government Services markets. Rivada Space Networks is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rivada Networks, Inc. 

Rivada is working with Terran Orbital to manufacture and SpaceX to launch our satellites. The deployment starts in 2025 with full-service launch in 2026.

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