About this job

Our client is a leading global public policy firm dedicated to opening markets for technology. They are seeking an intellectually curious candidate with proven technical management capabilities, excellent communication and analytical skills, and an ability to formulate and present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner. The selected candidate will have a strong interest in satellite engineering, and will be responsible for managing relationships with some of the largest ICT companies in the world.
 
Our clients’ technical team provides engineering support for all forms of communications systems, including satellite networks. They perform compatibility studies, regulatory analyses and network coordination in support of planned and operational networks. They also effect change in regulation and standards, to reflect novel approaches and ensure network innovation is not constrained by outdated rules.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve ITU satellite filings for new and amended satellite networks
• Analyse compatibility between networks, developing software tools and methods as necessary
• Develop coordination proposals, and participate in negotiations with other networks to reach coordination agreements
• Liaise with clients and senior managers to report progress and review priorities
• Research technical regulations and standards, and develop strategies for effecting change through national, regional and global fora
• Undertake competitive intelligence gathering on the satellite industry
• Manage resourcing of the team.
• Support business development activities within the team

Profile

• Quantitative background
• Experience in satellite frequency management and coordination, as well as ITU filing procedures
• Management experience of technical resources
• Concise presentational style
• Excellent written and oral English language skills.
• Fluency in a second language.
• Proficiency in Matlab