Space Segment Verification and Satellite DSP Lead

Career Opportunities: Space Segment Verification and Satellite DSP Lead (2786)

Requisition ID2786-Posted - Location (1) - Country (1) - Job Function (1)

Telespazio UK based in Luton, is part of Telespazio, a joint venture between Leonardo (67%) and Thales (33%), one of the world's main players in satellite solutions and services. Telespazio is at the forefront in many sectors: from the design and development of space systems to the management of launch services and satellites in orbit control, from Earth Observation services to communications, from navigation and satellite tracking to scientific programs.

Founded in Italy in 1961, Telespazio is based in Rome and counts more than 3,300 employees in 15 countries through its various subsidiaries and joint ventures.

About the Job

Telespazio UK has an exciting opportunity for an individual to work in a high profile satellite communications project. The role is to provide technical assurance and expertise to the Client for the delivery and design assurance of a geostationary satellite communications system.

This role consists of:

• Monitoring and providing an independent assessment of the supplier's progress.
• Analysing and reporting risks to the Client.
• Offering recommendations for programme success to the Client.

The team is highly experienced and capable, covering a wide range of engineering disciplines. The Space Segment verification and Satellite DSP lead is not expected to be an expert in every area but should have enough breadth of engineering knowledge to be able to engage with experts and understand complex engineering issues in a multi disciplinary environment, as well as adding value in their own specialisms.

A vacancy is expected specialising in two areas: Space Segment Verification, and Firmware/DSP.

About you

The successful applicant will be able to undergo security clearance, preferably with experience working within MOD projects or for government suppliers. Whilst the role is largely hybrid there will be a requirement to visit client and suppliers sites to assure their activity.

You are also a confident and experienced systems engineer with a knowledge of DSP or satcom payload design; who is able to challenge suppliers on technical problems as well as explain complex topics to non specialists.

You will also be able to demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills in a technical environment and building consensus and build well thought out technical arguments.

What you will do

The Space Segment Verification Lead takes responsibility for Acceptance of Space Segment requirements, and associated System level Requirements.

This requires:

• Monitoring and assessing Space Segment level Verification processes and documentation.
• Managing team reviews of evidence supplied to close requirements.
• Liaising with the supplier to obtain supplementary evidence or clarification.
• Reporting to the Crown the risks of Acceptance and the suitability of the evidence presented. If unacceptable, suggesting a path to Acceptance to the supplier.

The Firmware/DSP lead takes responsibility for reporting on digital electronic hardware development, primarily focused on FPGAs and other programmable devices, but with a remit to cover PCB and equipment level development as well. Areas of particular attention are in digital signal processing, hence experience with modems, digital RF, Radar, etc. would be desirable.

This requires:

• Review of technical documentation of firmware and digital hardware.
• Monitoring of hardware manufacture and testing.
• Reporting progress and risks to the Client.

In order to support your life - both in and out of the workplace - we currently offer the following benefits to our staff dependent upon working location:

• Work life balance, e.g., through flexible working, hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave allowance, with the flexibility to buy or sell additional days
• Private Healthcare: our Company funded employee cover is currently provided through BUPA
• Personal development and training options
• Flexible benefits: Our award winning company funded approach to flexible benefits allows employees to make choices appropriate for them. Each employee has access to a wide choice of lifestyle, health and wellbeing options best suited to their individual lifestyle goals. Options include:
  • Discounted private medical and dental care for family members in your household
  • Offers on the latest technology
  • Gym memberships
  • Health screening
  • Preferred rates on loans and investments
  • The Bike to Work scheme
  • Go Green Car Scheme
• Employee discount schemes: In addition to the above flexible benefits, our employees benefit from access to everyday discounts with many high street and online retailers, restaurants and days out, to help make the most of time spent with family and friends.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme, providing advice and support on a wide range of issues both professional and personal
• Employer supported canteen
• Childcare vouchers, through salary sacrifice
• Charitable giving via payroll and local charity initiatives

How to Apply

Do you have an open and curious mind and are passionate about making an impact? Contact us today and send us your application! We look forward to hearing from you.

Telespazio UK is fully committed to promoting a harmonious workplace for everyone who works on our sites, and we embrace our diverse working population as a key component of this.

We work to support all our employees to reach their potential and apply our equal opportunities policy across all areas of the business, from recruitment and selection, to training and development and beyond.

Telespazio UK's culture is defined by our people and drives the value we deliver through the relationships we have throughout the business from colleagues to our customers and stakeholders.

Our culture mirrors the multi national, multi disciplinary environment in which we work, which thrives on challenge, and engenders an analytical, results oriented approach to problem solving. We are open and honest, say what we believe, and challenge that which we do not.

Telespazio UK is committed wholly to promoting a harmonious workplace for everyone who works on our sites, and we embrace our diverse working population as a key component of this. We understand the value and strength in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.

Security

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, in view of the nature of the work the company is in, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.