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RF Design Engineer for Space Systems

Hybrid in Madrid·Added 7 days ago

Exceltic

45 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Exceltic doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Madrid for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Titulación en Ingeniería de Telecomunicaciones, Ingeniería Electrónica o formación equivalente.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

• Having a stable position with an indefinite contract.

• Participating in cutting-edge projects where you can develop your skills.

• Accessing a personalized career plan and continuous training.

• Enjoying a flexible compensation plan (medical insurance, transport vouchers, restaurant, and nursery).

• Balance your personal and professional life with a flexible schedule and hybrid modality.

• Being part of a team where you feel heard and where you can contribute new ideas.

• Sharing the journey with a team of passionate and committed professionals.

?? In your day-to-day, you will be responsible for:

Requirements

What we're looking for

? This role is for you if you have:

• Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent training.

• At least 5 years of experience in the design of RF transmission and reception architectures across different frequency bands.

• Experience in mixed analog/digital design.

• Knowledge of RF power amplifier design.

• Experience working with GaN, GaAs, LDMOS technologies, and high-efficiency architectures.

• Knowledge of compact RF circuit design and System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions.

• Experience in linear and non-linear simulation of RF components using ADS or equivalent tools.

• Experience in analog simulation using LTspice or similar tools.

• Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation: spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and scalar and vector signal generators.

• High level of English.

Nice to have

? It will be especially valued:

• Experience in signal processing and architectures for satellite communications.

• Design oriented towards space embedded systems.

• Knowledge of ECSS space regulations or equivalent standards.

• Experience with components for space applications: VCOs, PLLs, and antennas.

• Knowledge of electromagnetic simulation using CST Studio Suite or Ansys HFSS.

The role

Do you want to be part of the Exceltic experience, a company with a people-centered strategy?

Are you looking to be part of a wide variety of cutting-edge projects in an engineering company in strong expansion? We want to meet you!

This is your opportunity!??

We are looking for an RF Design Engineer with experience in designing radio frequency architectures for space and satellite applications, to join our team in Torrejón de Ardoz (Madrid) in a hybrid modality.

?? What will your mission be?

Participate in the design and development of RF transmission and reception architectures for highly complex space systems, contributing to strategic projects in the aerospace and defense sector.

You will join high technological value space programs, participating in the design of advanced RF systems for satellite and space communications applications, within one of the most innovative environments in the European aerospace sector.

?? What do we offer?

Living the Exceltic experience means:

What you'll do

• Design detailed RF architectures for transmission and reception systems.

• Participate in the design and development of RF subsystems for space applications.

• Design high-efficiency power amplifiers and radio frequency circuitry.

• Perform linear and non-linear RF simulations to validate design behavior.

• Execute analog and electromagnetic simulations to optimize performance and minimize technical risks.

• Analyze test results and validate compliance with functional and performance requirements.

• Use laboratory instrumentation for the characterization and validation of RF prototypes.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary electronics, systems, and space teams during all project phases.

?? About Exceltic...

Experience

2 years

About Exceltic

Exceltic is an engineering and consulting company that, according to its own website, "acelera la innovación de productos y servicios de movilidad e infraestructura inteligente; industria 5.0". Its service portfolio spans five broad areas: Ingeniería y Construcción (complex buildings and installations, civil infrastructure, industrial plants, energy transition, electrical infrastructure, digital engineering and BIM); Industria y Electrónica (industrial product design, electrical engineering and control systems, automation and robotics, embedded critical systems); Defensa y Espacio (product and systems engineering, software and critical systems, verification and validation, cybersecurity); Ferroviario (RAMS safety and reliability management, signalling and telecommunications systems, rolling stock design, independent safety assessment ISA/ASBO, functional testing and commissioning); and Digital & IT Services (software engineering, big data & analytics, artificial intelligence, QA & testing, IT & cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity).

In Spain, Exceltic's current job openings are concentrated in Madrid, with roles spanning railway operational safety, FPGA and ADA software development, electrical substation design, mechanical and MEP installations, industrial plant documentation, and QA automation. The company's website includes a dedicated "Talento General Internacional" (International Talent) section, and its hiring covers engineering-heavy sectors such as railways, defence and aerospace, and industrial plants — areas of ongoing demand for engineers looking to work in Spain.

Industry
IT Consulting

Good to know if you are moving

  • Exceltic's current job openings are located in Madrid, Spain, across sectors including railway, defence & aerospace, and industrial plants.
  • The company's website includes a dedicated "Talento General Internacional" (International Talent) section.
  • Open roles span software development (ADA, .NET), FPGA engineering, electrical substation design, mechanical and MEP installations, verification & validation, and QA testing.
  • Its Digital & IT Services offering covers software engineering, big data & analytics, artificial intelligence, QA & testing, IT & cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Exceltic, we are a leading company in engineering and technological consultancy. We carry out our activity in various sectors such as railway, aeronautical, industrial, technological, and many more. We have nearly 600 passionate professionals, offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Valladolid, Sevilla, and Bilbao, and projects on five continents.

Join our team and build the future with Exceltic!??

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