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Team Lead - Radio Frequency Engineer (Ground Segment)

Auckland Production Complex OfficeFull-time2026-10-01 → 2026-11-10
No visa sponsorship

Core

Lead a team of engineers and technicians to design, build, and maintain global RF ground station networks for launch and space operations.

Role type

Senior IC team lead (RF systems engineering)

Builds

Global RF ground station networks, communications and navigation systems

Domain

Aerospace, satellite communications, RF engineering

Required skills

RF communications system design, link budget analysis, cascaded device analysis, modulation and coding selection, RF test equipment operation (VNAs, spectrum analysers), systems engineering, IP networking, team leadership, mentoring

Preferred skills

Python or LabVIEW for test automation, networking certifications (CCNA), CCSDS standards knowledge, frequency licensing knowledge

Technologies

VNAs, spectrum analysers, LNA, SSPA, IP networking

Responsibilities

Set direction and coach high-performance teams, own ground station systems end-to-end, drive development and upgrades of the global network, partner with SpaceOps for mission readiness, collaborate across engineering and operations, shape strategy and roadmap new tech

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership