Antenna Engineer

Antenna Engineer Antenna Engineer Location: Noordwijk , Netherlands Location: Application deadline: 12 October 2026 Reference number: 0567 Are you looking for a new opportunity to take your career to a higher orbit? To join an international group with a successful track record in Space Engineering? A job adapted to your career ambitions and in which you could have an impact for the years to come? We are looking for an Antenna Engineer to join our Service team and work at ESTEC’s premises in Noordwijk, Netherlands. The role is part of the Radio Frequency Payloads and Technology Division, offering an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of RF and optical communication systems for space applications. As a member of this team, you will contribute to the design, testing, and performance analysis of advanced payloads, instruments, antennas, and telemetry systems. You will play a key role in cutting-edge projects, tackling challenges in wave propagation, high-speed data transmission, and signal processing. Drawing on expertise across antennas, RF equipment, payload architecture, and wave interaction, the division supports ground-breaking ESA missions, and you could be a vital part of the innovation that shapes the future of space communications

The following skills and experience are mandatory: Master’s degree or PhD in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience. Strong knowledge of electromagnetic wave theory. Experience with space antenna architectures and technologies. Familiarity with RF, mechanical, thermal, and environmental constraints of space antennas, gained through flight hardware or high-TRL R&D activities. Knowledge of antenna design, manufacturing, and testing processes. Experience with antenna modelling tools (e.g. TICRA, Ansys, CST) and programming languages such as Python or MATLAB. Familiarity with antenna testing and measurement systems. Understanding of high-power effects in antenna systems. Ability to work independently and as part of an international, multicultural team. Solution-oriented mindset with strong communication skills. Fluent in written and spoken English. The following skills and experience would be highly desirable: Knowledge of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence applied to antenna engineering. Experience supporting and coordinating R&D activities. Why should you apply? You will have the opportunity to work within leading space organisations across Europe. We encourage everyone to think outside the box and to push the boundaries of traditional knowledge. This role is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and allows for a deeper understanding of the industry. To be part of a company that values integrity, inspiration, care and collaboration. Benefits include: competitive remuneration packages; unique career opportunities, including working in other countries; access to training and development programmes; flexible relocation support. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process, we will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. Questions? Contact German Cingerli Recruitment Manager Interested in this job? Share this vacancy Apply now - Antenna Engineer " * " indicates required fields Title (e.g. Mr, Ms, Mx, Dr) Name * First name Last name Email * Phone Upload your CV * Drop files here or Select files Accepted file types: txt, pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 10. Other supporting documents Drop files here or Select files Accepted file types: txt, pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 10. How did you hear about this job? Starion website I have been contacted by a Recruiter LinkedIn Indeed Glassdoor I know someone in the company Careers newsletter Job fair Search Engine (Google, Yahoo, etc) Other If you were contacted by a Recruiter, please share their name If ‘I know someone in the company’ please share their name If ‘Job fair’ please tell us which one If ‘Other’ please tell us more * I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy * * I agree to allow Starion Group to store and process my personal data in accordance with the Candidate Privacy Notice * Submit Δ Related jobs Permanent 30 September 2026 IT Infrastructure Engineer Location Noordwijk , Netherlands Deadline 5 November 2026 Permanent 10 August 2026 System Engineer – Quantum Technologies Location Noordwijk , Netherlands

The European Space Research and Technology Centre (ESTEC) is the European Space Agency’s (ESA) base in Noordwijk, the Netherlands. As ESA’s largest test centre, it is responsible for the majority of space technology and spacecraft development through varying phases of production. Tasks and activities The scope of work will include: Analysing and characterising advanced antenna systems for spacecraft, including mini and CubeSats, and other platforms. Designing and developing innovative antenna solutions, including arrays, reflectors, lens antennas, and active RF systems. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimise antenna performance at subsystem and system level. Developing next-generation RF modelling and design tools, including the application of AI and Machine Learning techniques. Supporting the testing and validation of antennas, payloads, and instruments in both laboratory and operational environments. Characterising RF material properties across a range of operating conditions. Contributing to ESA working groups, international workshops, and conferences. Supporting technology development and harmonisation activities for reflector and array antennas. Ensuring activities are delivered in line with ISO 9001 quality standards.