Satellite Communication Systems Engineer

Imagine this... you're leading the charge on satellite communications for autonomous vehicles that defy the limits of speed, altitude, and connectivity. One day you’re deep into RF system modelling, the next you're fine-tuning link budgets that make the impossible feel like yesterday’s news. You're not just engineering; you're crafting the backbone of a new era in high-speed, high-altitude defense and aerospace operations.

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You’ll Do

✔ Define and translate mission requirements into communication system capabilities that power the most advanced UAVs on the planet.

✔ Build, analyze, and optimize link budgets to squeeze out performance in the toughest environments.

✔ Model communication links and simulate system performance to support design decisions and risk mitigation.

✔ Design and implement signal processing and data algorithms that push performance boundaries.

✔ Architect end-to-end system solutions that scale, perform, and evolve with our tech.

✔ Lead validation campaigns and system-level tests to ensure mission-readiness.

✔ Integrate cutting-edge comms hardware—modems, antennas, waveguides—into our flight platforms.

✔ Create detailed technical documentation that tells a clear, compelling story to internal teams and external partners.

✔ Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across software, avionics, flight systems, and defense programs.

✔ Engage with suppliers and partners to align on specs, drive quality, and ensure we deliver on time.