<ul><li>Title: Senior Radio Frequency Engineer</li><li>Department: Space Systems</li><li>Location: Valencia, Spain</li><li>Type of Contract: Permanent</li><li>Working Model: On-site</li><li>Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO)</li></ul>Who We AreICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy – day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring (including oil-spill detection), and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.ICEYE operates internationally with offices in Finland, Poland, Spain, Japan, the UAE, Greece, and the US. The company has more than 900 employees, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.Why should you work for us?ICEYE is at the cutting edge of new technology and we are continuing to build and operate our commercial constellation of SAR satellites. Working with ICEYE, you will be part of making the impossible possible, whilst shaping the Earth Observation industry. You will work with varied, diverse and engaged colleagues to further the ICEYE mission. At ICEYE we realise that without great people we can not succeed, therefore you will be an integral, valued and appreciated colleague, with the ability to directly shape the vision and direction of the business. We actively support Continuous Professional Development, and will provide access to a range of avenues to allow you to succeed, including courses, training and attendance at conferences. ICEYE is a place where your development, your growth and your success is a priority. What will you do in this role? <ul><li>You will work closely with engineers from other domains to design a new generation of satellites and ensure continuous improvements of them.</li><li>Your responsibilities will include designing and testing satellite RF hardware, tackling the challenges inherent in the new space engineering approach, and pushing the boundaries of what small sensing satellites can achieve.</li><li>You will also be involved in the design of both passive and active microwave systems, and provide technical support for our expanding fleet of satellites. If you're ready to take on these exciting challenges, we’d love to have you on board.</li></ul>RequirementsWhat will you need to be successful in this role?<ul><li>Master's degree in Radio/RF/Communications/Signal/Electrical engineering.</li><li>5 years+ of experience in RF and microwave engineering (including PCB board design, link budget, component selection).</li><li>Familiar how to use common measurement equipment and skilled to do advanced measurements.</li><li>Proficient problem-solving and debugging skills. Capability to tackle unconventional tasks and problems.</li><li>Ability to perform root-cause analysis on failures.</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly in English (written and spoken).</li><li>Ability to work independently, but also a co-operative team player.</li><li>Suits well in a multicultural environment.</li><li>Capability to drive a new project from the technical side, facing unknown issues and collaborating with people from different domains to solve it.</li><li>Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.</li><li>Willingness to be involved in the whole life cycle of the satellite</li></ul>In addition to the above, it would be beneficial if you had the below attributes and skills: <ul><li>Prior experience in aerospace systems.</li><li>Prior experience with high frequency (5+ GHz) systems.</li><li>Capability to manage basic projects.</li><li>Prior experience in Altium, CST, Python.</li></ul>Key CompetenciesIn addition to the requirements above, we evaluate candidates on these key qualities throughout the hiring process:<ul><li>Intellectual Firepower: Rapidly comprehends, structures and synthesizes complex information, draws accurate conclusions, and communicates them with clarity.</li><li>Passion &amp; Work Ethic: Brings sustained motivation, resilience, and high personal standards to every challenge.</li><li>Ownership &amp; Action: Assumes full accountability for outcomes, acting decisively, and ensuring commitments are delivered.</li><li>Team Player: Works collaboratively across teams, contributing to shared success, and engaging in constructive debate.</li><li>Integrity &amp; Growth Mindset: Operates with transparency and humility, learns from setbacks, and actively seeks opportunities to grow.</li></ul>BenefitsWhat We Offer at ICEYEAt ICEYE, you will join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. We know that we will succeed only through exceptional people in our team — which is why your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority.As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. You will benefit from continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and integrity. ICEYE is a place where your contributions have a visible impact, and where we celebrate success together.Benefits<ul><li>ICEYE offers amazing relocation packages to Valencia, Spain</li><li>A job that matters in a dynamic Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach</li><li>An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment</li><li>Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Coffee, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission</li><li>Creative, inspiring and collaborative office</li><li>Competitive salary contingent on your experience level, and will be negotiated individually</li></ul>Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt ICEYE, we believe that diversity isn't just a buzzword – it's our greatest asset. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We know that diverse perspectives breed innovation and creativity, which is why we actively seek out individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are not only embraced but cherished, because together, we're stronger. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who may need workplace adjustments. If you require any specific accommodations or assistance during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know.Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about working with us at <a href="http://iceye.com">iceye.com</a>.

ICEYE is building and operating its own commercial constellation of radar imaging satellites, with SAR data already available to customers. ICEYE empowers others to make better decisions in governmental and commercial industries by providing access to timely and reliable SAR satellite imagery. The company is tackling the current crucial lack of actionable information with world-first aerospace capabilities and a New Space approach. ICEYE’s radar satellite imaging service, designed to deliver very frequent coverage, both day and night, helps clients resolve challenges in sectors such as maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance.


Senior Radio Frequency Engineer

<ul><li>Title: Senior Radio Frequency Engineer</li><li>Department: Space Systems</li><li>Location: Valencia, Spain</li><li>Type of Contract: Permanent</li><li>Working Model: On-site</li><li>Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO)</li></ul>Who We AreICEYE delivers space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities to governments and allied nations. This includes sovereign and turnkey ISR missions leveraging ICEYE’s world-leading synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, as well as access to data from the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation. These capabilities enable partners to detect and respond to critical changes anywhere on Earth with unprecedented speed and accuracy – day or night and in any weather, supported by ultra high-resolution imagery and high-frequency revisits.As a trusted partner for defense, intelligence, security, and maritime domain awareness, ICEYE’s near real-time data creates a tactical advantage for mission-critical operations. Designed for dual use, the platform also serves civil protection and commercial users for natural-catastrophe intelligence, insurance, maritime monitoring (including oil-spill detection), and finance, contributing to global security and community resilience.ICEYE operates internationally with offices in Finland, Poland, Spain, Japan, the UAE, Greece, and the US. The company has more than 900 employees, inspired by the shared vision of improving life on Earth by becoming the global source of truth in Earth Observation.Why should you work for us?ICEYE is at the cutting edge of new technology and we are continuing to build and operate our commercial constellation of SAR satellites. Working with ICEYE, you will be part of making the impossible possible, whilst shaping the Earth Observation industry. You will work with varied, diverse and engaged colleagues to further the ICEYE mission. At ICEYE we realise that without great people we can not succeed, therefore you will be an integral, valued and appreciated colleague, with the ability to directly shape the vision and direction of the business.&nbsp;We actively support Continuous Professional Development, and will provide access to a range of avenues to allow you to succeed, including courses, training and attendance at conferences. ICEYE is a place where your development, your growth and your success is a priority.&nbsp;What will you do in this role?&nbsp;<ul><li>You will work closely with engineers from other domains to design a new generation of satellites and ensure continuous improvements of them.</li><li>Your responsibilities will include designing and testing satellite RF hardware, tackling the challenges inherent in the new space engineering approach, and pushing the boundaries of what small sensing satellites can achieve.</li><li>You will also be involved in the design of both passive and active microwave systems, and provide technical support for our expanding fleet of satellites. If you're ready to take on these exciting challenges, we’d love to have you on board.</li></ul>RequirementsWhat will you need to be successful in this role?<ul><li>Master's degree in Radio/RF/Communications/Signal/Electrical engineering.</li><li>5 years+ of experience in RF and microwave engineering (including PCB board design, link budget, component selection).</li><li>Familiar how to use common measurement equipment and skilled to do advanced measurements.</li><li>Proficient problem-solving and debugging skills. Capability to tackle unconventional tasks and problems.</li><li>Ability to perform root-cause analysis on failures.</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly in English (written and spoken).</li><li>Ability to work independently, but also a co-operative team player.</li><li>Suits well in a multicultural environment.</li><li>Capability to drive a new project from the technical side, facing unknown issues and collaborating with people from different domains to solve it.</li><li>Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.</li><li>Willingness to be involved in the whole life cycle of the satellite</li></ul>In addition to the above, it would be beneficial if you had the below attributes and skills:&nbsp;<ul><li>Prior experience in aerospace systems.</li><li>Prior experience with high frequency (5+ GHz) systems.</li><li>Capability to manage basic projects.</li><li>Prior experience in Altium, CST, Python.</li></ul>Key CompetenciesIn addition to the requirements above, we evaluate candidates on these key qualities throughout the hiring process:<ul><li>Intellectual Firepower: Rapidly comprehends, structures and synthesizes complex information, draws accurate conclusions, and communicates them with clarity.</li><li>Passion &amp; Work Ethic: Brings sustained motivation, resilience, and high personal standards to every challenge.</li><li>Ownership &amp; Action: Assumes full accountability for outcomes, acting decisively, and ensuring commitments are delivered.</li><li>Team Player: Works collaboratively across teams, contributing to shared success, and engaging in constructive debate.</li><li>Integrity &amp; Growth Mindset: Operates with transparency and humility, learns from setbacks, and actively seeks opportunities to grow.</li></ul>BenefitsWhat We Offer at ICEYEAt ICEYE, you will join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. We know that we will succeed only through exceptional people in our team — which is why your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority.As a global scale-up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. You will benefit from continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture that values collaboration, curiosity, and integrity. ICEYE is a place where your contributions have a visible impact, and where we celebrate success together.Benefits<ul><li>ICEYE offers amazing relocation packages to Valencia, Spain</li><li>A job that matters in a dynamic Earth Observation environment with a scale-up approach</li><li>An independent role with a supportive and diverse work environment</li><li>Time for self-development, research, training, conferences, or certification schemes</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Coffee, snacks, and sweets to accompany your daily space mission</li><li>Creative, inspiring and collaborative office</li><li>Competitive salary contingent on your experience level, and will be negotiated individually</li></ul>Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt ICEYE, we believe that diversity isn't just a buzzword – it's our greatest asset.&nbsp;We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is not only heard but celebrated. We know that diverse perspectives breed innovation and creativity, which is why we actively seek out individuals from all walks of life, backgrounds, and experiences.&nbsp;Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. Join us and be part of a team where differences are not only embraced but cherished, because together, we're stronger.&nbsp;We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who may need workplace adjustments. If you require any specific accommodations or assistance during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know.Apply now to start your ICEYE journey, and help us continue to make the impossible possible together. Read more about working with us at <a href="http://iceye.com">iceye.com</a>.

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