Description: The Digital Payload Systems Engineer is responsible for the architecture design, analysis, implementation, optimization and enhancement of end-to-end communication digital payload systems and sub-systems. The tasks will include: - Design of Communication Satellite digital Payloads (with transparent or regenerative processors). - Liaise discussions with our customers and Program Management - Lead technical projects and end-to-end telecommunications systems engineering activities - Lead System requirements definition flowdown and subsystem specifications for RF, Digital and optical payload units - Lead/perform requirement analysis, budgets and system trade studies. - Lead link and performance budget calculations and evaluate satellite throughput. - Supervise & generate Test Plans, Test methods for Satellite Systems Integration, Verification and Validation - Lead Design Reviews over the full Space Programs Life Cycle Qualifications: Required + Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical & Computer Engineering, Physics or equivalent or other relevant discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. + This position requires a minimum of 15+ years of experience in digital communication equipment, signal processing and Networking (MPLS routing protocols & Class of Service, DVB RC/S), knowledge of 5G NTN, RF and system payload design. + Familiar with Phased Array Antenna, Beam forming (analog or Digital), Beam hoping. + Knowledge of simulation tools (Matlab & Simulink, UML, Pathwave, etc.), operating systems (Linux, etc…) + Knowledge of software development with Agile method + Knowledge of the Architectures and operation of SDR (Software Defined Radio) + Previous design and test experience with LEO/MEO satellites and payload sub-systems Experience Level: Expert Level About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.