Satellite Communications Engineer (m/f/d)

The Mission

OroraTech is developing a constellation of nano- and micro-satellites with thermal infrared cameras for automated wildfire detection, severe weather warnings, and many other applications. After launching several prototypes, we are currently orbiting the first constellation of 8 satellites in space, while developing an improved satellite platform to be launched in early 2026.

We are seeking talented engineers to support us with the development, design and testing of our satellite systems. They will be joining a very motivated and highly enthusiastic team of experts in the fields of mechanical, optics, electronics, spacecraft, and software engineering.

What you’ll be doing

As Satellite Communication Engineer , you will:

• Lead and grow a team of skilled communication engineers

• Collaborate across engineering teams to align system capabilities with satellite and mission requirements

• Design and analyze satellite communication systems:

• Component selection

• Link budget and data budget simulations

• Testing on the ground and in orbit

• Coordinate with external communication and ground station service providers

• Drive the evolution of our satellite communication strategy, leveraging mission feedback, performance data, and future needs

Relevant Skills

• Degree in Communication Engineering or a related field (ideally with a focus on satellite communication)

• 2+ years of professional experience in communication systems

• Solid knowledge of link budget analysis

• Hands-on experience with RF measurement tools

• 5+ years of total engineering experience preferred, especially in aerospace

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Experience in leading a small team, upwards and downwards communication

• Ability to identify and communicate design, budget, or timeline risks early and clearly

• Experience using task/ticket-based project management tools (e.g., Wrike)

• Familiarity with documentation and collaboration tools (e.g., Confluence, Slack)

• Comfortable working in Linux/Unix environments (basic shell/SSH usage)

• Fluent in English (C1 or higher)

• Bonus Skills (Nice to Have):

• Familiarity with communication protocols and standards such as DVB-S2, CCSDS, LTP

• Understanding of ITU radio regulations and licensing processes

Our Benefits

• Virtual shares for all permanent employees (VSOP=Virtual Share Option Program)
• Company pension scheme (bAV = Betriebliche Altersversorgung)
• Company accident insurance for all employees (insurance for accidents during work and leisure time around the world 24/7)
• Flexible working hours and home office option (including working from other countries)
• Corporate health benefit via Wellpass Subscription
• Free Deutschland ticket
• Discount on lunch meals
• Company bike via JobRad
• Modern office in Neue Balan with a wonderful pool and campus area

We Offer

At OroraTech, you can expect a down-to-earth yet high-caliber work environment. You will be part of the OroraTech team - a talented, international, and open-minded team that is highly motivated to create impact. OroraTech allows you to grow on a professional and personal level.

• You have the opportunity to become part of our firefighting mission from space and deliver the tools to better cope with natural disasters and mitigate climate change - could a job be any cooler?

• You will be responsible for your own project(s), time management, and budget.

• You will gain insights into the most exciting new technologies and business models.

• We offer a wide variety of benefits including drinks, snacks and sports.

• There is the opportunity to become part of our virtual employee stock option program (VSOP) for all permanent employees.

• You will always have a great story to tell at parties!

If you apply: We value well-crafted motivation letters stating how you learned about OroraTech, why you think you would be a great addition to the team and why you want to work at a NewSpace start-up. Please always include references of your prior work (for example, your thesis, talks, papers, code repositories, websites, write-ups, articles, apps, exposes, anything), if permissible. Please avoid detailed grade reports and online certificates. Please also list your earliest starting date and expected salary.