Role Highlights

Title: RF AIT Engineer

Department: Integral Manufacturing Organisation

Reports to: Head of MAITE Spain

Location: Valencia, Spain

Type of Contract: Permanent

Working model: On-site

Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required)

Why This Role Matters As an RF AIT Engineer, you play a vital role in ensuring the signal integrity and link performance of ICEYE's satellite constellation. You will lead the technical integration and validation of high-frequency communication and radar systems, executing RF verification campaigns, integrating RF hardware with satellite subsystems, and acting as the primary technical contact for RF-related issues on the production floor.

Every spacecraft that leaves Valencia depends on your expertise to meet ICEYE's standards for mission success.

Your Day-to-day Responsibilities

Execute assembly, integration, and testing of complex RF subsystems including transmitters, antennas, and RF modules

Perform system-level RF validation campaigns focusing on antenna patterns, signal integrity, and link budget verification

Lead the integration of RF hardware with other satellite subsystems (avionics, power, thermal), ensuring seamless interoperability and system health

Develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks in Python to enhance efficiency and coverage across RF functional and environmental test campaigns

Act as the primary technical contact for RF-related integration issues, performing root cause analysis and coordinating with engineering teams to resolve anomalies

Review, update, and validate RF-specific work instructions, travelers, and test procedures to ensure clarity and manufacturability

Support production readiness and design reviews (PRR, CDR) by providing feedback on RF testability, hardware-in-the-loop requirements, and system configuration

Must Haves What we’re looking for





5+ years of hands‑on experience in the integration, testing, or production of complex RF or microwave systems

Demonstrated proficiency with high‑end RF test equipment including Vector Network Analyzers (VNA) and Spectrum Analyzers

Strong proficiency in Python scripting and automation for test development and data analysis

Proven experience in multidisciplinary engineering environments with a focus on system‑level validation

Deep technical understanding of satellite communication subsystems and RF payload interfaces

Systems engineering mindset — able to anticipate integration risks and connect RF performance with broader mission operations

Proficient English (written and spoken) for cross‑functional collaboration

Nice To Haves

Track record of enabling design‑for‑testability (DFT) and design‑for‑manufacturing (DFM) for RF hardware

Experience with Atlassian Cloud tools (Jira, Confluence)

Lean and Six Sigma experience including 6S implementation

Ability to write or improve advanced Python test scripts beyond routine execution

Benefits Our benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up.

Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. We’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us — we’ll do our best to help.

📌 RF AIT Engineer (Madrid)
🏢 ICEYE
📍 Madrid