RF Engineer

RF Engineer

Eutelsat Group

Turin, Italy

Job Overview:

The RF Engineer is responsible for the operation of geostationary satellite stations at the Turin teleport, managing geostationary station operations at third-party teleports, and supporting low Earth orbit stations at OneWeb SNP teleports.

What You'll Do:

• Operate and maintain geostationary earth stations at the Turin teleport;
• Manage geostationary station operations used as gateways at third-party teleports;
• Support low Earth orbit station operations at OneWeb SNP teleports;
• Support geostationary station operations at third-party teleports for payload monitoring stations;
• Monitor and troubleshoot RF systems;
• Collaborate with technical teams to optimize station performance;
• Write technical reports and document operational procedures;
• Maintain RF systems in optimal condition and update related documents and procedures;
• Define and create new work instructions and automation tools in collaboration with other technical teams;
• Address technical issues with suppliers and respond to customer requests;
• Participate in specific activities to maintain RF infrastructure operations;
• Perform tests on RF devices or systems;
• Investigate technical incidents or problems (second and third level support);
• Implement new infrastructure, subsystems, and components based on customer requests, new satellite payload requirements, or continuous improvements;
• Perform measurements/evaluations of EM fields levels for sake of environmental rules;
• Participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation to provide support for all services and infrastructure incidents;
• Undertake frequent domestic and international travel to support business operations, client and supplier meetings, and project needs.

What You'll Need:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field;
• Knowledge of RF systems and satellite technologies;
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively;
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills;
• Experience with geostationary and low Earth orbit systems is a plus;
• Familiarity with RF measurement equipment, transmission, and reception chains;
• Knowledge of satellite communication principles;
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously;
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.