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Eutelsat Group

Director, User Terminal Architecture – Technology

Eutelsat Group

Director of User Terminal Architecture at Eutelsat Group, focusing on next-gen satellite technologies. Leading and developing teams while defining technology roadmaps for innovative solutions.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in user terminal design and architecture, with a strong focus on Electronically Steered Antennas, Satellite Modem Architecture, and RF Subsystems. Proven ability to lead engineering teams, manage supplier relationships, and drive technology roadmaps for satellite communication systems.

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User Terminal DesignEngineering ManagementSatellite Modem ArchitectureElectronically Steered AntennasLEO and GEO Satellite Communication Systems

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Hard Skills
User Terminal ArchitectureRF SubsystemsDigital Communication SystemsTechnical Trade StudiesRoot-Cause AnalysisPerformance AssessmentTechnical Standards DevelopmentArchitecture ReviewsDesign ReviewsTechnical Assessments
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipTechnical Engagement
Tools & Technologies
Antenna TechnologiesModem SolutionsTelecommunications EquipmentOperational Requirements
Industry Keywords
Satellite CommunicationsWireless CommunicationsTelecommunicationsPhased-Array Antenna SystemsCommunications Payload Interfaces

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead and develop a team of antenna, modem, RF, systems, and user terminal engineers, fostering technical excellence, innovation, and accountability
  • Define and drive the technology roadmap for next-generation user terminal solutions supporting Eutelsat Group's GEO and LEO networks
  • Lead architecture definition and technical trade studies for future user terminal technologies, including antenna systems, modem architectures, RF subsystems, and terminal integration approaches
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and suppliers to improve terminal performance, reduce cost, accelerate deployment, and strengthen competitive differentiation
  • Serve as the primary technical authority for user terminal architecture, antenna technologies, and modem solutions across the organization
  • Drive technical engagement with antenna vendors, modem suppliers, semiconductor manufacturers, ODMs, OEMs, and strategic technology partners
  • Support user terminal product development teams through architecture reviews, design reviews, technical assessments, and technology selection decisions
  • Lead technical investigations and provide Tier-4 engineering support for complex field, customer, and operational issues that require deep product and system expertise
  • Guide root-cause analysis and corrective action activities involving terminal performance, antenna systems, modem operation, interoperability, and network integration
  • Ensure alignment between user terminal technologies and overall system engineering, network architecture, operational, and product requirements
  • Develop engineering methodologies, technical standards, and best practices for user terminal design, validation, and performance assessment
  • Represent the organization in executive reviews, supplier engagements, industry forums, customer discussions, and technical governance activities

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 12+ years of experience in satellite communications, wireless communications, telecommunications equipment, or related industries
  • 3+ years of engineering management experience leading teams of highly skilled technical professionals
  • Demonstrated experience in user terminal design, architecture, or development
  • Deep expertise in at least one of the following domains: Electronically Steered Antennas (ESA), Phased-array antenna systems, Satellite modem architecture, RF subsystems and communications payload interfaces, Digital communication systems and waveform implementation
  • Strong understanding of LEO and GEO satellite communication systems
  • Experience managing technical relationships with external suppliers and technology partners
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at both executive and engineering levels.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Be part of a new era in communications
  • Transform connectivity with Eutelsat Group
  • Work in a global team
  • Embrace cultural diversity