? Radio & Navigation Systems Technical Lead

Tres Cantos, Madrid | ALTER TECHNOLOGY TÜV NORD

Are you passionate about navigation technologies, GNSS systems and wireless communications ?

At ALTER TECHNOLOGY TÜV NORD, we are looking for a Radio & Navigation Systems Technical Lead to drive the development of new testing capabilities in navigation and radio technologies, contributing to innovative projects across Space, Defense, Security, Transportation and Industrial sectors .

This is a unique opportunity to lead the creation of a new maritime GNSS testing laboratory within a European innovation project and play a key role in shaping the future of our testing and certification services.

Your mission

- Lead the design, implementation and deployment of a new maritime GNSS testing laboratory.
- Develop testing methodologies, procedures and technical documentation.
- Analyze regulations and standards related to navigation systems, GNSS technologies and radio equipment.
- Define laboratory capabilities, equipment and investment needs to support future service development.
- Contribute to innovation projects focused on Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) technologies.
- Provide technical support to customers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Drive the development of new testing services and technical expertise within the laboratory.

What we're looking for

- Degree in Telecommunications Engineering,



Electronics Engineering, Physics or a related discipline.
- Experience in RF, GNSS, navigation systems or wireless communications.
- Knowledge of PNT (Positioning, Navigation and Timing) technologies.
- Experience with Galileo, EGNOS and Satellite-Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS) is highly valued.
- Experience in testing laboratories or ISO/IEC 17025 environments is a plus.
- Hands-on experience with RF instrumentation such as Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Vector Network Analyzers and Communication Testers.
- Ability to interpret technical regulations and transform requirements into practical testing solutions.
- Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving skills and proactive attitude.
- Fluent English.

What we offer

Adaptable working hours to support your work-life balance

Hybrid model: up to 2 days remote work per week or 9/80 schedule (depending on role)

Continuous learning through internal training and development programs

Attractive benefits package including:

- Life insurance
- Flexible compensation (tax benefits on private health insurance)
- Sports club access

A multicultural and multidisciplinary work environment

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and innovation projects

Competitive fixed salary

24 working days of vacation + additional days (Birthday, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, Easter)

📌 Radio & Navigation Systems Technical Lead - ALTER TECHNOLOGY TÜV NORD (Madrid)
🏢 Alter Technology Tuv Nord
📍 Madrid