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# Telecoms Systems Architect

- **Company:** Satellite Applications Catapult
- **Location:** Didcot, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £68,000.0 - £75,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** System Configuration, Network Architecture, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration
- **Published:** May 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1d126f3765404ba2

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Telecommunication?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * PhD/MSc in Telecommunications systems or similar discipline.

 * Proven experience in both industry and R&D (including academia)
 * Minimum of 10+ years in the telecommunication or similar domain or similar relevant experience
 * Expert knowledge in Core Networks and high level of expertise in UE/UT & RAN
 * Knowledge of full end to end satellite communication network architecture and implementation
 * Experience and practical knowledge in developing solutions for end users & technical testbeds
 * Proven experience in being Technical Lead on collaborative projects with external stakeholders (including and not limited to field/infrastructure deployment, software/system architecture design/implementation)
 * Proven experience of bid writing for framework programmes (IUK/ESA/Horizon)
 * Proven hands-on experience with system integration (including system setup, coding, hardware)
 * Minimum of 7yr+ experience working on externally funded collaborative projects with external stakeholders or similar relevant experience
 * Good communication skills (verbal and written English)

## Description

* You have helped a business make use of satellite technology in delivering a solution to the market
 * You have found a solution to a thorny technical issue delaying a project
 * You have won the respect of external project partners on collaborative projects
 * You have mastered and shared your knowledge on a new technology with the team

The purpose of your new team:

What is the overall objective of your team?

The UC team is at the forefront of innovation in the connectivity area with technical expertise across 5G/6G, satellite communications, future networks, IoT and terminals. The overall objective is to help bring these exciting innovations closer to market by making it more accessible and fit for purpose. To achieve this, we work alongside a wide range of stakeholders, demonstrate leadership and technical expertise in key areas.


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