Systems Engineer (RAN)

Overview

In this role you will contribute to the design, integration and deployment of next-generation satellite communications systems within a multidisciplinary Access Networks team. You will help develop system requirements and architectures for cutting-edge 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), spanning from definition to field deployment. You will collaborate across systems, software, network and operations teams, acting as a technical authority on complex programmes. This opportunity lets you shape future network capabilities and influence architectural decisions in a high-impact, global context.

Pay / Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Pension scheme and private healthcare
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite and 5G NTN technologies
• Collaborative engineering culture with international programmes

Responsibilities

• Lead Systems Engineering activities for RAN and Access Network subsystems
• Develop and manage system requirements, specifications and technical documentation
• Support design, integration, validation and deployment of advanced satellite ground segment capabilities
• Design and validate 5G NTN Layer 2 and Layer 3 features per 3GPP standards
• Lead simulation and modelling to evaluate system performance and guide decisions
• Develop test methodologies, tools and validation campaigns for new network capabilities
• Support deployment of laboratory and test infrastructure for next-generation systems
• Collaborate with software, systems, operations and programme teams to introduce new services
• Investigate and resolve complex technical challenges across disciplines
• Contribute to radio resource management strategies to maximise performance
• Monitor industry developments to shape future system architecture and roadmaps
• Provide technical leadership during integration, testing and service introduction

Key requirements

• Degree in Electronic Engineering
• Strong Systems Engineering experience in telecoms or satellite environments
• Knowledge of Radio Access Network (RAN) technologies
• Understanding of 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN), satellite propagation, modulation and coding, mobile satellite and VSAT systems
• Experience developing system requirements, specifications and technical documentation

• Collaborative mindset
• Effective communication across cross-functional teams
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• RAN technologies
• 5G NTN
• Satellite ground segment systems

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