Propagation Engineer (Noordwijk, NL)

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Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert Apply now » Propagation Engineer Job Requisition ID: 20928 Date Posted: 14 October 2026 Closing Date: 4 November 2026 23:59 CET/CEST Publication Method: Internal & External Type of Appointment ( learn more) : 4 years, extendable to indefinite Directorate: Technology, Engineering and Quality Workplace: Noordwijk, NL Grade Band: A2 - A4 Location ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands Description Propagation Engineer in the Wave Interaction and Propagation Section, Radio Frequency Payloads and Technology Division, Electrical Department, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality. Duties The Wave Interaction and Propagation Section provides functional support to ESA projects and carries out technological research (R&D) in the field(s) of: wave propagation relevant to space communications, navigation and remote sensing; wave interaction for active, passive and combined remote sensing of the ocean, land and atmosphere of the Earth and other planets; in situ characterisation of the interaction/propagation environment; data processing and data science techniques, simulation and performance evaluation tools; relating to: modelling and experimental validation; associated processing, mitigation, retrieval, correction and calibration algorithms for product generation. For remote sensing, this includes algorithmic developments relevant to Lvl1 and Lvl2 ground processing; remote sensing, design and validation of onboard processing functions/algorithms for payload data products, image processing and optical payload data compression; relevant end-to-end performance assessment, including contributions to data product quality monitoring and improvement. Your tasks and responsibilities will include: providing expert technical support and consultancy to ESA projects, programmes and general studies throughout all project phases; participating in feasibility studies, project reviews and the evaluation of procurement proposals; identifying critical development problems and assisting in their resolution; contributing to the definition of technology development requirements and work plans for the Agency's technology programmes; defining, initiating and managing R&D activities covering both long- and short-term needs; fostering new application areas for multidisciplinary activities, placing emphasis on innovative concepts, cutting-edge technologies and system architectures; laboratory activities as required; monitoring applicable scientific and technological trends and maintaining state-of-the-art expertise; contributing to the dissemination of the results of the activities performed and the transfer of knowledge across the Agency. Your duties may also include supporting other activities within your area of competence. Technical competencies General background and specific experience in the technical domains covered by the position Experience with the design, development and application of relevant tools and methods Understanding of related technologies, R&D trends and the industrial and scientific landscape Project support experience in a relevant domain Experience with laboratory or field campaigns Experience in the preparation and management of industrial and scientific activities, including participation in reviews Behavioural competencies Result Orientation Operational Efficiency Fostering Cooperation Relationship Management Continuous Improvement Forward Thinking For more information, please refer to the ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook. Education and professional experience A master's degree in a relevant domain is required for this post together with 5 years of relevant professional experience. Additional requirements Strong experience in wave propagation modelling (RF and optical) relevant to telecommunications and/or navigation and in the associated characterisation of the propagation environment Knowledge of telecommunications and navigation concepts, including signal structure, and awareness of related remote sensing concepts Experience in the development of propagation channel models Knowledge of deriving environment-related requirements for navigation receivers and reference stations Experience in defining and using performance simulation tools and in conducting simulations and end-to-end performance analyses Familiarity with the definition and implementation of laboratory tests and propagation campaigns Experience in a project environment working on procurement and monitoring of industrial activities Awareness of standardisation bodies relevant to the field of wave propagation, such as ITU-R and 3GPP Particular importance will be attached to the ability to interact with both the scientific and engineering communities. A PhD in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline would be considered advantageous. Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an

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