Senior Satcom Constellation Design & Simulation Consultant - Aerospace & Defense

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join a forward-thinking consultancy formed through the strategic merger of two established industry leaders in the space sector, combining over 40 years of expertise and a proven track record of more than 1,300 successful consulting engagements. With a global presence spanning 10 offices and a team of 130+ trusted professionals, this organisation delivers integrated professional services designed to meet the evolving demands of the international space industry. Drawing on decades of strategic insight and innovative management consulting, they support programmes that drive both commercial success and societal impact. With over 1,200 clients worldwide, they are committed to enabling progress in the space sector and shaping a brighter future for humankind.

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Responsibilities:

• Lead technical consulting projects on satellite constellation design and performance optimization.
• Conduct end-to-end engineering of satellite communications constellations, including sizing, specification, optimization, and performance assessments.
• Run simulations and technical analyses to assess payload capabilities, interference, handover strategies, gateway positioning, and inter-satellite links.
• Translate customer requirements into engineering solutions and provide recommendations based on trade-offs between cost, complexity, and performance.
• Provide expertise on spectrum regulatory aspects related to satellite communications.
• Deliver clear and concise reports and presentations, summarizing complex technical assessments for clients.
• Collaborate with an international team of engineers and consultants to develop solutions for government, commercial, and defense customers.

Skills / Must Have:

• MSc in space engineering with a focus on telecommunications.
• 5–7 years of experience in satellite communications, including at least 3 years supporting Satcom constellation design (payloads, antennas, inter-satellite links).
• Strong background in technical assessments and simulation tools (Python, MATLAB, etc.).
• Understanding of spectrum regulation and its impact on constellation design.
• Ability to work independently in a consulting environment, delivering high-quality technical analyses.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• EU citizenship required (to qualify for NATO and EU defense projects).

Nice to Have:

• Experience in commercial and operational trade-offs for satellite systems.
• Additional European languages.
• Background in telecom, space consulting, or defense projects.

Benefits:

• Bonus of 1–3 months’ salary based on performance.
• Profit-sharing program (up to 1 additional month’s salary).
• Hybrid work model – Three days in-office, two days remote.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile European and international satellite projects.
• Work alongside industry experts in a highly technical and strategic environment.

Salary:

• €60,000 – €70,000 per year + bonus + profit-sharing.