Satellite Communication Systems Engineer

About the role

Join Destinus to lead satellite communications for cutting‑edge autonomous UAVs. You will translate mission requirements into high‑performance communication systems and shape the future of defense aerospace.

Key responsibilities

• Define and translate mission requirements into communication system capabilities for advanced UAVs.
• Build, analyze, and optimize link budgets for extreme environments.
• Model communication links and simulate system performance to guide design decisions.
• Design and implement signal‑processing and data algorithms.
• Architect end‑to‑end system solutions that scale and evolve.
• Lead validation campaigns and system‑level tests to ensure mission readiness.
• Integrate modems, antennas, waveguides and other comms hardware into flight platforms.

Required profile

• Deep knowledge of satellite communication systems, especially RF and mmWave Satcom payloads.
• Strong grasp of RF communication architectures, modulation techniques, and waveform design.
• Solid understanding of radio propagation, multipath, fading and link loss mitigation.
• Hands‑on experience with signal processing in Python or equivalent environments.
• Experience with system‑level modelling and simulation for early‑phase design.

Required skills

• Python (signal processing)
• RF communication
• mmWave technology
• System‑level modelling and simulation
• Encryption and compression algorithms (plus)
• Multi‑beam antennas and beamforming/resource allocation (plus)

What we offer

• The Thrill of the Future – work on cutting‑edge projects that redefine aerospace.
• Global Innovation Hub – collaborate with top engineers worldwide.
• Fast‑Paced & High‑Growth – experience rapid company expansion.
• Real Impact – your work will shape the future of flight.