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.

As Ground Architect of the precursor mission of Rivada you will be responsible for the implementation of the Network Ground Segment and associated Ground Station of the mission. The precursor mission consists of 4 satellites in LEO with representative Payload including ISL connectivity. The precursor mission is launched ahead of time from the main mission with the purpose to validate the key technologies. Your task will be to ensure all the Ground Segment system is fitting with the mission objectives and timeline while ensuring important information are provided to the main mission. Under the lead of the Lead Ground Segment Architect, you will support the Precursor mission Project lead in interaction with the Ground Segment team architects. After the main mission phase, the Precursor mission Ground Architect will be integrated in the main mission program.This includes:

• Align test requirement from the precursor mission with Ground segment requirement on the precursor mission
• Support the development and validation of the Ground Segment key component
• Ensure on time delivery of the Ground Segment element
• Support the test definition for the Ground Segment
• Bridge knowledge and learning with the main mission

• 4-5years experience in Architecture of Satellite communication Ground System 
• Complex RF payload management understanding (DVB-S2X, Beam hopping…)
• SW development management experience
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal and external teams. 

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.