CesiumAstro
Senior Systems Engineer
TLDR
Lead the development of communication system architectures and operational concepts for advanced communication terminals in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add a Director of Business Development to our team. In this position, you will be responsible for developing business opportunities and relationships with potential CesiumAstro customers in the European space market.
Working with the Senior Director of Business Development you will be responsible for developing business opportunities and relationships with potential CesiumAstro customers. The area of responsibility for this role is broad and requires a wide range of knowledge about the space industry, telecommunication and RF electronic products, technology commercialization, market analysis, relationship management, and strategic planning.
Daily responsibilities include developing and continuously updating the commercial and defense aerospace telecommunication electronics market potential and trends, identifying opportunities, writing and submitting RFI and RFP responses, visiting existing and potential customers, interfacing with engineering and product development staff to articulate market gaps and demands, assisting in the strategic and R&D roadmaps for the company, and ultimately leading the top line revenue growth for the company.
The successful candidate will have a successful track record in aerospace sales, is extremely organized, articulate, flexible, quick to grasp business needs, a team player, an excellent written and oral communicator, and eager to learn.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Evaluate customer and operational needs to define requirements, integrate technical parameters, and assure compatibility of all physical, functional, and program interfaces.
Represent CesiumAstro in customer meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions across Europe.
Define and validate space system requirements and interfaces, ensuring end-to-end feasibility.
Develop and direct technical concept development in support of proposals and demonstrations.
Participate in developing system engineering processes for requirements management, flow-down, and traceability.
Lead system-level trade studies, including antenna architecture design, modem design, performance analysis and system level integration
Coordinate with RF/Antenna, Electrical, and Software/FPGA engineers to ensure concept feasibility and compliance.
Support proposal development, design reviews, and technical documentation.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
M.S. or higher in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of experience in system engineering for communications payloads, RF systems, or space/defense platforms.
Very strong background in communication theory.
Practical experience working with antenna systems (design, integration, or performance evaluation).
Experience with and understanding of satellite-communications standards (e.g., NR NTN, DVB-S2x, CCSDS).
Proven ability to capture and manage requirements across multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent communication skills; comfortable presenting to customers and leading design reviews.
Fluent in English (German language skills a plus).
Deep understanding of RF concepts, impairments, and their impacts on system performance.
WHAT WE OFFER
The opportunity to help establish CesiumAstro’s first European office and grow our Munich team.
High-impact role with direct exposure to leading EU space programs.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
A collaborative, innovative environment shaping the future of space communications.
CesiumAstro considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.
Please be aware that many roles will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including new starter’s nationality, any previous or dual nationalities held, place of birth and country of residence may limit those roles that you can perform for the organization.
Please note: CesiumAstro does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to CesiumAstro team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of CesiumAstro, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
CesiumAstro develops innovative communication systems that deliver scalable solutions for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other airborne and space platforms. By pushing the boundaries of connectivity, we cater to government and commercial clients focused on enhancing their operational capabilities in air and space.
- Founded
- Founded 2017
- Employees
- 51-200 employees
- Industry
- Diversified Telecommunication Services
- Total raised
- $88M raised
Senior Systems Engineer