Staff Communications Systems Team Lead

Staff Communications Systems Team Lead
Location: UK (Harwell, Manchester, Stevenage)

Our client is a global leader in robotics, satellite systems, and geointelligence, with over 55 years of experience and more than 450 missions. Our team of 3,000+ experts operates in Canada, the US, and the UK, driving innovation in Earth and space observation, communication satellites, and space exploration. Join us to turn bold visions into achievable missions.

Role Overview
As the Staff Communications Systems Team Lead, you will manage a talented team across the sites. You'll play a key role in delivering cutting-edge space solutions while mentoring engineers and driving technical excellence in communications systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight for communication systems engineering.
• Manage team resourcing, recruitment, mentoring, and performance.
• Lead systems engineering efforts, including requirements management, design, testing, and integration.
• Engage with customers and subcontractors to deliver verified flight equipment.

Ideal Candidate

• Essential:
  • 15+ years in systems engineering within the satellite/telecommunications industry.
  • 5+ years as a lead systems engineer/architect in telecommunications projects.
  • Strong understanding of RF telecommunications technologies.
• Desirable:
  • Experience managing teams of 20+.
  • Background in satellite payloads, ECSS standards, or LEO communications systems.
  • Expertise in phased array antennas, digital signal processing, or optical technologies.

Personal Attributes

• Organised, quality-focused, and critical thinker.
• Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset.
• Willing to travel monthly to UK sites.

Application Note:
Candidates must pass BPSS screening, including checks on right to work, identity, criminal records, and employment history.