Engineer - Ground Station (Space42)

About UsSpace42 (ADX: SPACE42) is a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company that integrates satellite communications, geospatial analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities to enlighten the Earth from space. Established in 2024 following the successful merger between Bayanat and Yahsat, Space42’s global reach allows it to address the rapidly evolving needs of its customers in governments, enterprises, and communities. Our vision is to pioneer beyond today for humanity to experience a better tomorrow. Space42 challenges traditional approaches with advanced AI and cutting-edge satellite technology, making space more accessible and redefining how data from space can be used on Earth. We aim to achieve this by connecting people to rewire potential, informing decisions to reimagine impact and enabling action to redefine tomorrow. For more information visit: www.space42.ai, follow us on X and Instagram @Space42ai

Overview:

Engineer Ground Station is responsible for the maintenance of RF gateway systems that enable reliable satellite communication . The role includes monitoring gateway performance, troubleshooting RF connectivity issues, optimizing signal coverage and ensuring system reliability

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Provide Technical support to all space42 Gateways and UBS to perform maintenance/troubleshooting.
• To maintain the RF Systems function for ensuring operational efficiency and 24/7 system availability.
• Coordinate and execute the technical operation, ensure the integrity and reliability of the systems.
• Involvement in the construction / installation and testing of new equipment or modification of existing equipment.
• Carry out all emergency / corrective maintenance as required in field of expertise.
• Perform periodic preventive maintenance activities for all space42 gateways.
• Support for proper root cause analysis done and agreed by all stakeholder before closure on regular basis
• Support for obsolesces management - to ensure alternative solution in case of any EOS, EOSL and EOL parts with RF systems
• Support Commercial C , KU ,T4 , SAR and PGW gateways
• Support for contracts renewal, negotiation contracts, Negotiation Procurement, service level agreement etc.
• Providing new ideas and initiatives that will dynamically develop RF team, reduce the CAPEX/OPEX costs, reduce the operational risks.
• Support Junior’s for learning and developments
• 24/7 Operation support (Local or remotely), Engineer shall be at site whenever needed for the operation purpose
• Perform all preventive and corrective Maintenance of the systems
• Ensure maintenance and coordination of all site wide support ground equipment, including power, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS), cooling and Air Conditioning systems
• Coordination with NOC’s, Service Providers, contractors etc. for scheduling of the maintenance or troubleshooting
• Involve to procurement (Sourcing, negotiation, technical compliance etc.)

Qualifications:

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Electronics or Telecommunications
• A minimum of 5-7 years in the areas of experience involving Operation, maintenance and Troubleshooting of RF/Broadcast/SATCOM/ systems and minimum 2 years working experience on projects.
• Good organizational, multi-tasking & communication skills.
• Technical Competency

• Maintenance (Corrective/Preventive)
• Troubleshooting and logging
• Experience in troubleshooting, operating and maintaining local, remote baseband, IF and  RF, Antennas
• Ground Support Equipment
• Maintain operations for all required support ground equipment
• Ground support equipment’s continuously operative.
• Maintenance schedules timely prepared and implemented
• Related Technical Skills
• Good computer proficiency includes latest operating system, MicroSoft office Word / Excel / Power Point / share point and Outlook, eDocs (Self Service and report portal) etc.
• Hands of experience on test & measurement tools (Spectrum Analyser, Signal Generator, Power Meter, Sensor & calibration, multi-meter, inclinometer and Compass etc.)
• Working at height- and PPE/Safety requirements
• Man-lift operations for maintenance at height
• Use of all general tools
• Maintenance Operations
• Response time and decision making in emergency situations.  Mechanically adept at repairing / maintaining equipment and machinery.OUR BENEFITS & PERKS

Competitive compensation packages and comprehensive medical insurance to support you and your family.

Wellbeing-focused initiatives and resources designed to enhance your personal and professional life.

Access to exclusive discount programs, offering savings across various lifestyle and leisure experiences across the UAE.

WHAT MAKES A GREAT FIT

If you are performance-driven and possess an inquisitive mind with the agility to navigate ambiguity, you will thrive here. At the heart of the Space42 community is a bias for action and a passion for developing innovative, efficient space services through AI-driven smart solutions that drive technological advancements and create a better tomorrow.