Communications Product AIT Engineer

Antwerp Space is a leading Belgian space engineering company and an industrial player well-recognized by the European Space Agency and the European Commission. Antwerp Space has an established presence in the European space market and in several cases is taking the lead in technically complex space projects, supported by a consortium of partners from all over Europe.

The company employs around 50 highly skilled engineers and technicians from all over the world, the majority of whom hold an engineering degree, with strong expertise in the areas of digital signal processing, hardware and software design, as well as in project management and technical leadership.

OHB SE Group

Antwerp Space is part of the OHB SE group, one of Europe’s success stories in the field of contemporary space. Today it can call itself the third largest space group in Europe.

The OHB SE group has been growing at a steady pace over the last three decades and its footprint in Europe has continuously expanded. Nowadays, there are subsidiaries in Austria, Germany, Italy, Sweden, Luxembourg, Greece, the Czech Republic and Belgium. Despite its size, OHB SE is still a family business, run by the Fuchs family.

Who are we looking for?

Required technical competences

• Master’s degree in Electronics, Space Engineering, or equivalent expertise.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in the aerospace sector.
• Eligible to obtain a National and EU security clearance is mandatory.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW and Python development is essential.
• Basic understanding and a high interest in digital communications theory and signal processing in the RF communications domain.
• Basic understanding and a high interest in Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS).
• Basic knowledge of electronics (schematics, EMI, testability)
• Ideally some experience with RF test equipment such as a spectrum analyzer, signal generator, power meter, etc.
• Your home base location allows working on a regular basis at the Hoboken office and sporadic at the Leuven office.
• Occasional business trips mean a welcome change from your daily work.
• Open-minded towards new ideas and willing to learn
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English (mandatory)

Where do you fit in?

The AIT team is responsible for assembly, integration and verification of the challenging communication and navigation products of Antwerp Space.
Within the AIT team, you are mainly responsible for the verification of the RF products. Product testability starts with the requirements definition followed by model philosophy, test bench design, AIV plan and procedures and finally the performance and compatibility verification.
You will work closely with all the engineering teams, product assurance, and our international customers. As a member of the Antwerp Space AIT team, you will contribute to the many fascinating international satellite communication and navigation projects. Your main responsibilities will be:

• Developing test benches for RF communication and navigation products
• Work closely with all the engineering teams to design an efficient system architecture and bring new products from prototype to production, with a strong focus on testability.
• Shape the technical requirements and define the test strategy for our projects.
• Take ownership of all test related documents, test execution and post processing of the results.
• Conduct environmental compatibility verification (Thermal vacuum, EMC, Vibration, Shock) of the RF products, including testing at external facilities in Europe.
• Verify interfaces typical to space products, such as MIL-STD-1533, Space Wire, SPI, RS422.
• Engage in hands-on debugging and testing within our labs.
• Utilize high-end RF test equipment, such as a spectrum analyzer, signal generator, power meter, and constellation simulator.

What we can offer you?

• A multicultural environment. You’ll be working in an international environment with colleagues from all over the world.
• A strong corporate culture. Our company is based on strong values: respect, trust, personal development and well-being.
• Professional development. You’ll get the chance to learn, to share your expertise, to develop your skills and contribute to high-level, international projects in a high-tech environment.
• Salary package. A very attractive salary package including numerous fringe benefits. The main job location is Hoboken, though, short-term missions abroad are part of this challenging job environment.

Come and explore Antwerp Space

At Antwerp Space we treasure our human capital. From the moment you get on board until retirement, we will be at your side to make sure you feel at home and you get the chance to travel all the way through Antwerp Space, developing yourself and growing together.

As a company with a passion for innovation we want to create a dynamic, open and enriching environment for people, where people are passionate about their work and exchange ideas & expertise.

Moreover, we understand the need for a healthy working environment and we focus on the employee’s well-being, offering amongst others fruit@work, ergonomic advice and many other initiatives. We also focus on a good work-life balance, offering flexible working hours and additional holidays. Each year a number of events are organized to emphasize that it is important to have fun, relax and create a good team spirit.

Eager to join us? Get in touch!

Apply now by clicking the Apply button below and send us your motivation letter and CV. We will be get back to you soon.

Antwerp Space is a leading Belgian Space company active in the field of Space based RF applications. It is part of OHB SE, a European Space and Technology group that currently employs over 3000 people.

Antwerp Space’s core business is in the delivery of satellite communication-, navigation- and radar solutions as well as instruments for scientific and exploration missions.

The company activity started in 1962 with today’s facilities in Antwerp and Leuven. Our growing team is formed by highly skilled engineers and PhDs from all over the world.