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Holt Executive are partnered with a leading Global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. They are now developing a LEO constellation that will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise.
 
They require a Communication Systems Engineer – Payload to play a crucial role in developing a revolutionary end-to-end satellite communication system. You’ll collaborate with experts across disciplines to design and define their system’s architecture.
 
Key Responsibilities for the Communication Systems Engineer – Payload:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system architecture, system requirements, and network element specifications.
• Craft key aspects of the system, including communication protocols, resource allocation mechanisms, network entry mechanisms, management systems, and more.
• Lead and guide junior engineers, fostering their growth and expertise.
• Document the system architecture comprehensively for optimal performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with the System Integration and Test team for seamless integration of all system elements.
• Identify and manage technical risks related to the system design and develop mitigation strategies to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Contribute innovative ideas and collaborate with external partners for project success.

Key Education & Experience for the Communication Systems Engineer – Payload: 

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in satellite system architecture and design.
• Strong experience in Payload technology, and Radio Frequency (RF) engineering.
• Strong knowledge of satellite communication protocols, orbital mechanics, and space systems. Ideally with experience in software-defined satellite communication payloads.
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies and space industry standards.
• Must be a US or Canadian Citizen.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain Reliability Clearance.

This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 4 days in the office per week and occasional travel is anticipated.
 
If your skills and experience match this Communication Systems Engineer – Payload opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Holt Executive is Hiring – Full Stack Software Engineer (Python)  Holt Executive is partnering with a pioneering space technology company to find a Full Stack Software Engineer – Python to join their dynamic team in Harwell, UK. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge space missions, contributing to the development of ground segment software, mission control systems, and data services.

About the Role: As a Full Stack Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining web-based applications that support mission operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable backend systems, intuitive front-end interfaces, and robust APIs, helping to ensure the success of complex space missions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain full-stack applications using Python, Django, and related frameworks.
• Build user-friendly front-end interfaces using React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs for mission-critical applications.
• Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and mission operations teams to enhance data management and visualization tools.
• Optimize backend performance and ensure high reliability of data pipelines.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment of applications.
• Write and maintain comprehensive technical documentation.

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency in Python with experience in full-stack development.
• Strong knowledge of Django or Flask for backend development.
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) for front-end development.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web application architecture.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and deployment.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience with data visualization libraries and tools.
• Knowledge of ground segment or space mission operations software.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work on groundbreaking space technology projects.
• Hybrid working model with flexible hours.
• Private healthcare, life insurance, and relocation support.
• Access to state-of-the-art office and cleanroom facilities.
• Regular social events and professional development opportunities.

If you’re a talented Full Stack Software Engineer looking to make an impact in the space sector, apply today or contact Holt Executive for more details!

Holt Executive are delighted to be partnering with a global technology and communications leader to recruit a Programme Manager in the aerospace industry.

Our partners mission is to deliver innovative technology and communication services to several markets around the world. Mobility is a key focus for them.

For the Programme Manager hire, the individual will be responsible for technical leadership throughout the customer lifecycle inhouse and externally.

Key responsibilities for the Programme Manager – Aircraft/Airline:

• Provides technical guidance, status, and leadership to the customer and internal teams for all account related activities.
• Define, clarify, and advise on customer requirements, lab requirements, and testing support.
• Identify and review SLA exclusions, facilitates process improvement, and change in coordination with the agreement, customer, and product evolution 
• Working with product & program teams and DevOps on new airline / aircraft / feature onboarding and scheduling (e.g., Salesforce)
• Coordinating and supporting needs related to software, portal, configuration items, and content.

 
Key Experience required for the Programme Manager – Aircraft/Airline:

• Experience in a technical Account Management/ Service Delivery role (B2B – Telecom/IT/Aviation)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering or another related degree
• Demonstrated experience managing customer expectations and delivery scope
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP and Broadband networking concept
• Proficiency with Salesforce or equivalent ticketing system and reporting tools
• Ability to present complex technical material to a variety of audiences
• Demonstrate the ability to lead multi-functional teams

Holt Executive are partnered with a Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. They are now developing a LEO constellation that will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise.

Our partner is seeking a User Terminal Development Specialist to play a vital role in in the design and development of next-generation satellite user terminals.

Key Responsibilities for the User Terminal Development Specialist:

• Support the design, development, and optimization of Modem architectures.
• Drive trade-space discussions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure that integration of the modem with other terminal components is seamless.
• Developing and implementing signal processing algorithms.
• Performance analysis, and test reviews of modem designs, including link budget analysis.
• Ensure compliance is met with relevant industry standards.
• Lead the development and testing of prototypes.
• Work with third-party vendors, manufacturers, and a cross-functional engineering and product team to ensure cohesion with the system design.

Key Skills & Experience for the User Terminal Development Specialist: 

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in satellite communication systems, modem design, and ideally FPGA design and signal processing.
• Strong knowledge of digital communication systems, including modulation techniques, error correction methods, and RF systems.
• Proficiency with design and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, or similar. Experience with DSP programming is a plus.
• Experience with making trade-offs between performance and cost at the component and the system level.
• Experience with the full lifecycle of hardware and modem designs – from inception, design, production, and fielding.

 
The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and obtain Reliability Clearance.

This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 4 days in the office per week and occasional travel is anticipated.
 
If your skills and experience match this User Terminal Development Specialist opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Holt Executive are partnered with a global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. They are now developing a LEO constellation that will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise.
 
Our partner is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Developer to play a vital role in the development, quality, testing, and functionality of software modules relating to the User Terminal/Modems for their next generation LEO constellation.  
 
Key Responsibilities for the Senior Embedded Software Developer:

• Design, coding, testing, and maintenance of software applications.
• Developing, testing, and maintenance of embedded software modules using C++ and Python.
• Supporting the implementation of networking solutions.
• Development of software tools, libraries, and frameworks.
• Code reviews.
• Troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving any software defects and technical challenges.
• Develop embedded software test methodologies.
• Participate in the integration of software components on Linux operating systems.

Key Skills & Experience for the Senior Embedded Software Developer:

• A degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Vast experience in software development and testing, with a focus on embedded systems.
• A basic understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Proficiency in using the Linux operating system.
• High proficiency and experience in utilizing modern C++ and Python as coding languages.
• Some Cloud technology familiarity is a plus.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and be able to obtain a Reliability Clearance.
 
This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 4 days in the office per week and occasional travel is anticipated.
 
If your skills and experience match this Senior Embedded Software Developer opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading, truly global Satellite and Space Operator that is on a mission to change how the world connects and communicates.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Payload System Architect to play a crucial role in the design of next generation communication payloads for space.

Key Responsibilities for the Payload System Architect:

• Design/Architecture of communication payloads.
• Lead mission analysis for communication systems requirements and down flows.
• SWaPC and reliability analysis, including simulations.
• Definition of interfaces (digital, electrical, RF, optical, mechanical/thermal, etc.)
• Oversight of subcontractors and partners when required.
• Space qualification activities, including bus and component selection.
• Support with testing, participate with integration, launch and in-orbit commissioning.
• Presentations and reports for the full development, including design reviews, test activities, manufacturing, qualifications, progress review, etc.

Key Skills & Experience Required by the Payload System Architect:

• A Masters, or PhD degree in Engineering.
• Proven experience in:
  • Satellite Communication Payload architectures for different orbits LEO/MEO/GEO/HEO.
  • Hardware and Software design, development, and integration for space applications.
  • Digital design for space communications and Digital regenerative payloads.
  • Inter-satellite links and digital phased array antennas.
  • Proven experience with orbital analysis tools, Telemetry, Tracking, and Control (TT&C) platform, and Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK).
  • Experience with operations, including satellite TT&C operations, payload operations, users, and network management facilities.
• Swiss, or EU (27) Citizen, or holding a valid Swiss work permit.

This opportunity is a fulltime position, that requires onsite working in Lausanne, Switzerland.
 
If your skills and experience match this Payload System Architect opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV now!

Holt Executive are partnered with a leading Global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. They are now developing a LEO constellation that will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise.
 
They require a Communication Systems Engineer – Payload to play a crucial role in developing a revolutionary end-to-end satellite communication system. You’ll collaborate with experts across disciplines to design and define their system’s architecture.
 
Key Responsibilities for the Communication Systems Engineer – Payload:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system architecture, system requirements, and network element specifications.
• Craft key aspects of the system, including communication protocols, resource allocation mechanisms, network entry mechanisms, management systems, and more.
• Lead and guide junior engineers, fostering their growth and expertise.
• Document the system architecture comprehensively for optimal performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with the System Integration and Test team for seamless integration of all system elements.
• Identify and manage technical risks related to the system design and develop mitigation strategies to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Contribute innovative ideas and collaborate with external partners for project success.

Key Education & Experience for the Communication Systems Engineer – Payload: 

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in satellite system architecture and design.
• Strong experience in Payload technology, and Radio Frequency (RF) engineering.
• Strong knowledge of satellite communication protocols, orbital mechanics, and space systems. Ideally with experience in software-defined satellite communication payloads.
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies and space industry standards.
• Must be a US or Canadian Citizen.

This opportunity is located out of Bethesda, Maryland and will require regular travel to Canada. Hybrid and remote will be considered. 
 
If your skills and experience match this Communication Systems Engineer – Payload opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Holt Executive are partnered with a global Satellite and Space leader that provides reliable and secure satellite-delivered voice and high-speed data communications solutions to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers worldwide. They are now developing a LEO constellation that will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise.

Our partner is seeking a Senior Router Software Developer to play a vital role in the development of software solutions for networks, including infrastructure, protocols, and routing algorithms.   

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Router Software Developer:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining software components for networking and routing systems.
• Working cross-functionally to understand requirements and ensure the delivery of networking software solutions.
• Implementation and optimization of network protocols such as TCP/IP, OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS and Segment Routing.
• Write software for, and support the implementation of Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) services such as E-Line, E-LAN, and E-Tree, transported over pseudowires.
• Developing software modules for network configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Analyzing and improving the networking software performance.
• Contribute to the design and development of distributed systems and microservices architectures for network deployments.
• Participate in code reviews.

Key Skills & Experience for the Senior Router Software Developer:

• A degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficient in software development, with a focus on networking and routing technologies with strong programming skills in languages such as C/C++, Python.
• Deep understanding of networking concepts, protocols, and architectures, including TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, IS-IS, MPLS), and network virtualization (e.g., SDN, NFV).
• Experience with developing fast path packet processing software using DPDK/VPP and PMD drivers is desired.
• Some knowledge of network security principles, including secure communication protocols (e.g., SSL/TLS, IPsec) and network access control mechanisms is desired.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

The successful candidate must be able to work in Canada and be able to obtain a Reliability Clearance.
 
This opportunity offers a hybrid work model with 4 days in the office per week and occasional travel is anticipated.
 
If your skills and experience match this Senior Router Software Developer opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!

Holt Executive are delighted to be partnering with a global technology and communications leader to recruit a Programme Manager for an interim contract in the aerospace industry.
Our partner mission is to deliver innovative technology and communication services to several markets around the world. Mobility is a key focus for them.
For the Programme Manager hire, the individual will be responsible for technical leadership throughout the customer lifecycle inhouse and externally.
Key responsibilities for the Programme Manager – Aircraft/Airline:

• Provides technical guidance, status, and leadership to the customer and internal teams for all account related activities.
• Define, clarify, and advise on customer requirements, lab requirements, and testing support.
• Identify and review SLA exclusions, facilitates process improvement, and change in coordination with the agreement, customer, and product evolution 
• Working with product & program teams and DevOps on new airline / aircraft / feature onboarding and scheduling (e.g., Salesforce)
• Coordinating and supporting needs related to software, portal, configuration items, and content.

 
Key Experience required for the Programme Manager – Aircraft/Airline:

• Experience in a technical Account Management/ Service Delivery role (B2B – Telecom/IT/Aviation)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering or another related degree
• Demonstrated experience managing customer expectations and delivery scope
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP and Broadband networking concept
• Proficiency with Salesforce or equivalent ticketing system and reporting tools
• Ability to present complex technical material to a variety of audiences
• Demonstrate the ability to lead multi-functional teams

Do you have a background in the armed forces, defence engineering, or technical fields and enjoy building relationships with customers?
 
Holt Executive are searching for talented individuals who are eager to explore a rewarding career in sales!
 
Our partner is seeking a Sales Manager to identify lucrative opportunities, develop winning proposals, and seal the deal for critical land assets.
 
In this Sales Manager role you will:

• Identify lucrative opportunities, develop winning proposals, and seal the deal for critical land assets.
• Build strong relationships with key players – land prime contractors, systems integrators, and end users across the UK, Europe, and internationally.
• Secure new business prospects, assess their potential, and contribute to a robust Land sector pipeline.
• Provide strategic insights that shape company investments and future direction.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards and foster trust with partners and clients.

 
Key Skills & Experience Required for the Sales Manager: 

• A background in the defence sector, or an engineering or technical background with a strong customer focus.
• Knowledge of the UK, European and international defence markets.
• A strong collaborator with a collaborative mindset.
• A methodical thinker, who recognizes business opportunities and their potential impact on the overall business.
• Ability to work well under pressure and on several simultaneous opportunities and campaigns.
• Strong customer relationship-building skills and understanding and appreciation of their challenges.
• Ability to always maintain and operate with high ethical standards.

Company Benefits:

• 37.5 hour working week and lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
• 28 days annual leave & Christmas closure.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
• Employee Help@Hand Service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service, and physiotherapy consultations.
• Life Assurance Policy, including Bereavement Counselling and Probate Helpline.
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to the Aviva Wellbeing App and the addition of mental health support for all employees plus regular activities across sites to support and promote well-being.
• Employee discounts scheme (including access to an additional wellbeing hub).
• Excellent Learning & Development opportunities.

 
If your skills and experience match this Sales Manager opportunity, we encourage you to apply by sending your CV to peter.kimber@holtexecutive.com