RF Technology Engineer for Satellite Test Systems (m/f/d)

Are you deeply passionate about RF technology and have a personal dedication to exploring its depths, perhaps even out of private interest e.g. as a radio amateur? We are seeking a talented RF Engineer with a strong interest in RF systems and a knack for software development to join our team and contribute to the development of the Terma RF-SCOE (Radio Frequency - Special CheckOut Equipment). This position is open to both young university graduates eager to start their career journey and experienced engineers with a few years of experience, looking to further develop their expertise. As an RF Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of space missions through the design, development, and testing the RF systems of our customers satellites.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement RF-SCOE systems for space missions, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Develop software solutions for RF systems, including control interfaces, data processing algorithms, automation, and testing scripts.
• Conduct RF system analysis, simulations, and testing to optimize performance and reliability, leveraging your personal dedication and interest in RF technology.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical engineers, software developers, and project managers to deliver integrated RF solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve RF-related issues during integration and testing phases, utilizing your expertise in both RF and software development domains.
• Support pre-sales & offer creation (preliminary designs, effort estimations, costs, technical proposals and other offer documentation)
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in RF technology and contribute innovative ideas to enhance system capabilities and software functionalities.
• Write technical proposals for future projects and products to relevant parties, e.g., ESA.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor, Master or PhD in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Personal dedication and interest in RF technology would be highly beneficial.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, C/C++, Java, TCL, bash scripting, Matlab, etc. for software development related to RF systems with a proactive approach to learn and apply new programming skills.
• Proficiency with RF measurements and measurement techniques in general (signal generator, signal analyzer, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.).
• Familiarity with communication protocols and standards relevant to RF systems (e.g. TCP/IP, UDP). Knowledge of satellite specific protocols like e.g. PUS, ECSS, EDEN is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, creativity, and ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
• Prior experience in RF system design, RF system development, SDR systems and overall software development is beneficial.
• Prior experience in the aerospace or satellite industry is a plus.

This is a full-time position to be located in Brasov, Romania with the planned start date as soon as possible.

What can Terma offer

At Terma, we consider skilled employees, enthusiasm and job satisfaction as the very foundation of our success and as a prerequisite for the development of the “best-in-class” solutions that Terma provides. We lead the way in applying new technology, offering a wide range of growth opportunities for each individual and emphasizing mutual respect across the board in our workplace.

Terma offers you a pleasant working environment, where you will be able to take on challenging tasks and responsibilities in a highly professional company.

• Great opportunities for training and personal development
• Challenges in advanced technical environment
• International and cosmopolitan working atmosphere
• An employment contract with an attractive package with extra-legal benefits
• Highly competitive salary