About this job

Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to Launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development. With over 55 years history in the space sector Serco is well placed to contribute to National strategies and New Space ventures who want to scale their businesses/organisations with skilled talent.

We are seeking a Microwave/Mm-Wave Technology and Equipment Engineer to work on our Customers Site (ESA-ESTEC) in the Netherlands. This is a fantastic opportunity to get into one of the most sought after space agencies in the world.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development and performance evaluation of RF Passive equipment and technologies applicable to space and ground segments, e.g. Filters, Multiplexers, Butler matrices, Switches, Ferrite devices
• Provide expert technical support to ESA Projects in the area of RF passive equipment and technologies including RF breakdown phenomena i.e. Multipaction and Corona
• Contribute to the generation of innovative ideas in the field of RF equipment and technologies and to the definition of ESA R&D programmes
• Contribute to the definition of technical requirements and statements of work for the tasks to be performed by industry from early conceptual studies to full hardware development
• Maintain state-of-the-art expertise by monitoring the technological trends and applying them in the day-to-day tasks

Profile

• Master’s degree in Physics, Microwave, Telecommunications or Electronics Engineering
• At least 2 years of experience in the development of RF Passive equipment, components and technologies
• Good understanding of space environment and development constraints of RF equipment and technologies for space applications
• Project support skills and experience in management of R&D activities is considered an asset
• Comfortable with working in a diverse and multinational team environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills are needed, together with a high degree organizational and communication abilities
• Proficient in the English language, both written and spoken
• Knowledge of another EU member state language is an asset
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU.

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Corporate Benefits Package
• Support provided to EU Nationals requiring relocation – Information available upon request
• Company events