About the role

System Architect designing and implementing high-performing infrastructure solutions for satellite communication at Eutelsat. Leading and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful feature implementation.

Responsibilities

Learn about our Eutelsat System Architecture.
Develop comprehensive system architectures that address future needs, balancing performance, scalability, and cost, contributing to requirements development, documentation (Conops), and traceability.
Incorporate new methodology and technology to improve the operational efficiency of the current system.
Produce comprehensive optimization road maps to address customer needs.
Support customer-facing teams with technical training and knowledge transfer.
Serve as the interface towards Business Units, IT, Operational teams as well as other technical specialist Engineering teams, following the Demand Management Process to formalize technical requirements while ensuring alignment with overall system objectives.
Coordinate development with internal/external teams (Client, Marketing sales, Operation management, Suppliers, Internal system integration and test team, or modelling team etc.).
Support the definition of technical requirements within the framework of the Technical Procurement process, focusing on system architecture.
Interact with external suppliers to ensure matching with desired features and system requirements.

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a space-related field (e.g., Aerospace Engineering, Astrophysics, Space Systems Engineering), or in Telecommunications or a closely related discipline.
5-10 years of professional experience in the connectivity industry (e.g. terrestrial cell phone networks, sat comms systems, point-to-point radios etc.), or a minimum of 3 years of experience specifically in LEO (Low Earth Orbit) connectivity operations or development.
Fluency in written & spoken English is mandatory. French or additional languages is advantageous.
Be Agile, curious, rigorous and work with autonomy.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen understanding of the satellite connectivity.
Experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving successful system conception.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all organizational levels.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
Ways of Working That Drive Us: As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer-centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles.
Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat, sustainability is more than just a word; it’s woven into our strategy.
Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid work options to help you balance your personal and professional life.