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A Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space is a global space manufacturer delivering, for more than 40 years, high‑tech solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth Observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures.
Summary
We are looking for a Communication System Engineer to contribute to the activity within the frame of programmes and studies undertaken by the “uW Payloads, Data Handling and Communication Engineering” Unit.
Responsibilities
* Support definition of uW instruments and communication subsystem functional and performance requirements, performing the required analysis and assessment.
* Define, implement and maintain models and software tools for simulating the payload or subsystem functionalities and main performances.
* Define, implement and maintain RF budgets and link budgets as applicable.
* Define command and control interfaces, and related interfaces and budgets (Data Handling, Electrical, RF).
* Contribute to the definition of payloads or subsystem architecture.
* Support relevant equipment and sub‑assembly, internal and external supplier technical monitoring and review attendance.
* Assess and evaluate payload or subsystem functionalities and performance during verification and validation phases based on test results.
* Support the AIT campaign as System and Verification engineer where applicable.
* Participate in meetings and reviews with both internal and external customers.
* Prepare documents and presentations.
* Contribute to programme reports and minutes of meetings.
* All activities are conducted under Italian Defense National Authority Rules; the candidate must be eligible for the relevant security authorization or clearance.
Qualifications
* Master’s degree in Electronic or Telecommunication Engineering.
* Background in communication systems with a focus on space applications.
* Knowledge of digital and RF electronics for data handling, processing and wide‑band communication, TT&C.
* Knowledge of main on‑board data interfaces:
o MIL‑1553B, CAN
o SpaceWire, High‑Speed Serial Link (WizardLink)
* Knowledge of radio communication and related protocols, including:
o Information theory
o Advanced coding and modulation (Turbo coding, SCC, DVBS2)
o Modelling and simulation of HPA non‑linearity and compensation algorithms in DSP for high‑order modulation schemes.
o Modelling and simulation of frequency response impairment and relevant equalization techniques.
o Atmospheric propagation effects (loss, depolarisation, cross‑polarisation).
o CCSDS protocols for space data link.
o Data compression techniques and algorithms.
* Knowledge of MATLAB and programming languages (e.g., C, Visual Basic).
* Proficiency in MS Office products.
* Good command of English (written and verbal).
* Team‑working attitude.
* Security clearance eligibility under Italian Defense National Authority Rules.
Location
Rome, Italy.
Benefits
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Seniority Level
Not Applicable
Employment Type
Full‑time
Industries
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing
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