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RF Test Engineer, Ground Segment (Remote)

Leaf Space
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RF Test Engineer – Ground Segment

About Leaf Space

Leaf Space is a rapidly growing scale-up company and a leading provider of ground segment as-a-service (GSaaS) solutions. Our innovative and proprietary concept is focused on providing satellite and launch vehicle connectivity as-a-service, enabling clients to efficiently manage their assets and fully exploit data. Our GSaaS solutions have been recognized by the market for their efficiency, security, and effectiveness in supporting different applications, from remote sensing to IoT communications. 

ROLE OVERVIEW

Join Leaf Space and help shape the future of satellite communications. As an RF Test Engineer (Ground Segment), you will play a key role in the integration, validation, and testing of satellite communication systems that enable reliable connectivity for satellite operators worldwide. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to ensure RF compatibility, system performance and mission readiness.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform RF compatibility testing between ground segment systems and satellites

  • Support integration and validation of new features and services

  • Configure, operate, and maintain RF test equipment

  • Manage customer-provided hardware (e.g. transceivers, engineering models)

  • Develop and execute test procedures and produce technical test reports

  • Collaborate with software, DSP, and operations teams

  • Provide technical support to customers during RF test campaigns

REQUIREMENTS

Must-have

  • Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

  • 3+ years of experience in RF or telecommunications engineering

  • Experience with satellite communication systems or ground segment operations

  • Strong understanding of RF systems and testing methodologies

  • Experience in working with with Linux/Ubuntu environments

  • Fluent in English

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of RF test equipment and measurement techniques

  • Python scripting skills

  • Familiarity with Safran tools (CRT, CORTEX, NURON, SATCORE)

  • Experience working with international customer

  • Previous experience in technical coordination, project leadership, or team leadership

WHAT WE OFFER

  • A flat and collaborative organizational structure

  • A fast‑paced and professional environment within a rapidly growing space scale‑up

  • Challenging projects with real impact on the global space ecosystem

  • An international and diverse workplace

  • Comprehensive benefits, Flexible working time schedule and a hybrid work policy to support work‑life balance

COMPENSATION & TRANSPARENCY

  • Reports to: Chief Operational Officer

  • Internal Job Title: Mission Specialist

  • Internal Seniority Level: P3- Experienced Professional / P2-Professional

  • Job location: Lomazzo (Como), Italy (up to 2 remote working days per week)

  • Salary range: €35,000-40,000 gross annual salary

  • Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including welfare platform and meal vouchers and access to a learning platform

  • Expected start date: as soon as possible

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