Digital Payload Architect in Newbury

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities where you can make a difference.

Your role involves focusing on RF and payload system performance analysis. You will be involved in:

• Analysis of payload system architecture and end-to-end telecom systems, performing performance trade-offs at equipment level and at payload level, complete with preparation of analysis, review and compilation of written reports and presentations for our customers.
• Supporting the payload test campaigns and the analysis of test results, working hand-in-hand with the Assembly, Integration and Test operations team (working in a clean room environment).
• Extensive use of modelling tools such as Matlab and Python for in-house developed analysis modelling, Keysight and Microsoft Office and Gsuite for presentation of technical information to the customer and customer reviews.
• Learning cutting-edge satellite and payload technologies, telecommunication satellite missions, and key performance parameters—such as G/T and EIRP—to support ongoing and future satellite projects, proposals, and studies.

Your profile includes:

• Educated to a degree level or equivalent within Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications or Communications, Satellite Systems Engineering, Mathematics or Physics.
• Experience working in a collaborative team environment, focused on driving future innovation.
• Ability to be self-aware and a wish to be in the driving seat of your development.
• Experience with modelling software used for end-to-end RF communication chains, e.g. MATLAB, Simulink, SystemVue, etc.
• Proficiency with programming languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB, Octave, Visual Basic).
• Solid theoretical background on digital communications and proven ability to apply the theory to solve practical problems.
• Specific experience, understanding or interest in Systems Engineering, Microwave / RF Engineering or other wireless technology.
• Knowledge of RF equipment, equipment performances, test equipment and test techniques.
• Understanding of RF Systems, Antenna Systems, Satellite Communication Systems and Software Defined Radio / Digital Signal Processing.
• Familiarity with RF communication signal design techniques (e.g. modulation, encoding, filtering).

If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply; your unique experience could be just what we need.

What you’ll love about working here:

• Well-being hub and different wellbeing initiatives.
• Possibility to work up to 45 days per year from abroad.
• Open access to digital learning platforms.

All roles will require a level of security clearance; BPSS OR Security Clearance OR Developed Vetting. This is an onsite role requiring 5 days/week in the Portsmouth office. You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini, building an inclusive future is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality.