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 and diverse 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.Now we are looking for the best talents for our locations in Munich and Berlin to help us make our vision come true.

You will be part of the team that oversees the system engineering of Rivada’s constellation. Your mission is to strengthen our team as a System Engineer in the planning and design of Rivada’s constellation Air Interface. You will ensure that the system is optimized for future operability and takes account of the constraints of operating a global communication system. You will support air interface team in the domain of air interface development.  This includes:

• Support air interface team in RF communication system and interface design
• Support preparing the air interface flow diagrams for various air interface operational scenarios
• Refining/formulating requirements for the system and various subsystems related to air interface design to ensure consistency and completeness of scope of the requirements
• Perform link budget analysis to assess communication link performance and optimize system parameters
• Support in verification of air interface design including preparation of test scenarios and documentation
• Support in validation of end-to-end satellite communication system

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in telecommunication, microwave, or electrical engineering
• At least 3 years of experience working in satellite communication system development
• Understanding of RF component characteristics and have experience using lab equipment including spectrum analyser, network analyser, signal generator, oscilloscope, and/or packet analyzer
• Experience in RF link budget analysis
• Experience in system level RF performance analysis
• Understanding of electromagnetic propagation and antenna systems
• Experience in DVB-S2X or similar satellite communication protocols and satellite access technologies is a plus
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and spoken English

We are an international and diverse team of space enthusiasts, following one great vision. This permanent position was created recently and thus offers a lot of creative freedom. Our approach is to create a diverse and modern environment with hybrid working model. Besides an attractive salary depending on your experience, we will offer you additional benefits such as supplementary insurance, mobility subsidies and language classes soon courses. If this sounds like you, we will be happy to discuss. Please send us your CV to: careers@rivada.com. 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 gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics.