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Satellite Avionics / Electrical Power Supply Engineer (IRIS2)
EUTELSAT GROUP
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Posted 10 days ago
About this role
Connect with Eutelsat Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat – the world’s first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator. As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you at on land, at sea and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world. With Eutelsat You’ll Get To: • Pioneer the future of Space Technology • Bring connectivity to remote frontiers • Collaborate with customer-centric experts • Embrace cultural diversity in our global team In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference to become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space. Why Eutelsat? • Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are proud that one-third of our executive team and 60% of our board are represented by women. • Ways of Working That Drive Us : As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer-centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles. • Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat, sustainability is more than just a word; it’s woven into our strategy. We’re dedicated to balancing social, environmental, and economic growth — both on Earth and in space. • Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat, we are committed to supporting your well-being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home. Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help us build a more inclusive, sustainable future in the world of satellite technology Who You Are: The satellite avionics /electrical power supply (EPS) engineer will be responsible to overseeing the procurement process for satellite avionic subsystem activities in particular the satellite electrical power supply activities, starting from the development and refinement of technical specifications. This role involves closely monitoring the design phase, ensuring alignment with project requirements, and participating in the assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) activities. He will also lead the evaluation of satellite electrical power supply subsystem performance during ground testing and be involved in the satellite in-orbit acceptance test phase. Close collaboration with suppliers and cross-functional teams will be essential throughout the project lifecycle. He will report to the Head of Satellite Platform Engineering with the Space Engineering Directorate. What You’ll Do: • Assess the adequacy of satellite electrical power supply architecture with respect to the mission, security and operation requirements and ensure correct interfacing with other subsystems • Actively monitor and assess the design, development, build, integration and test of the electrical power supply subsystems from equipment (including for instance solar array, battery, power conditioning unit) to system level up to satellite in-orbit acceptance test review • Perform on-site review of electrical power supply subsystem test results, including those from launch site campaigns when required, to ensure real-time decision making on test results acceptability • Represent Eutelsat at technical meetings and reviews at satellite equipment, subsystem, system levels and launcher interface level, including launch campaigns when required, to ensure that (i) Eutelsat requirements on design, analyses and tests have being properly flown down to lower level unit specifications and (ii) the electrical power supply equipment and subsystem performances are compliant to Eutelsat requirements • Ensure that other members of the satellite platform engineering team and the satellite project teams are kept informed as to progress and issues as and when they arise • Assist in support the satellite operation engineering team in (i) reviewing flight operations procedures for electrical power supply management, (ii) proposing recommendations for investigation and remedial actions in case of in-orbit anomalies, and (iii) monitoring and evaluating in-orbit performances of spacecraft, for electrical power supply related activities • Provide electrical power supply engineering expertise as required • Stay abreast of technology, assist in evaluation of proposal for future programmes and highlight problem areas What It Takes: • Master or PhD degree in Space Engineering or relevant technical field • At least 10-year experience in satellite engineering with a recognised expertise in satellite electrical power supply fields • Excellent understanding of principles for spacecraft design, manufacture, assembly, integration, test and operation • Experience in International space projects and in industrial customer/supplier relationship • Skills in solar array / battery technologies development for space applications would be an asset • Skills in subsystems electromagnetic compatibility field would be an asset • Autonomous and proactive working style with excellent working organisation and ethics • Communicating effectively, excellent relational skills and ability to work in a team with different professional and cultural backgrounds • Excellent knowledge in English Where You’ll Be: Issy-Les-Moulineaux, or Toulouse, or Turin, Italy. Eutelsat treats the protection of personal data submitted to it seriously. By submitting this application, you agree to the collection and retention of your personal data by Eutelsat and acknowledge notice of, and understand the terms of Eutelsat’s Privacy Policy (as amended from time to time). This role is a Eutelsat job opening; all of our open roles are posted on the current OneWeb and Eutelsat websites. Please note that when you are applying, your application may be seen by both teams.