Broadband Connectivity Architect IRIS2 Turin/Paris

Broadband Connectivity Architect IRIS² Turin/Paris Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat Group – the world’s first GEO‑LEO integrated global satellite operator. As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions – connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you on land, at sea and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world. With Eutelsat Group You’ll Get To: Pioneer the future of Space Technology Bring connectivity to remote frontiers Collaborate with customer‑centric experts Embrace cultural diversity in our global team Why Eutelsat Group? Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are proud that one‑third of our executive team and 60% of our board are represented by women. 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Job Overview We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Broadband Connectivity Architect to join our team and play a critical role in defining the end‑to‑end architecture of our next generation European LEO satellite communications system (IRIS²). In this position, you’ll work closely with internal engineers, architects, product and business development managers, and external suppliers leading the development of system components. You will write technical requirements, perform system trade studies, define the concept of operations, and maintain the technical baseline, including all the interface definitions. You will work closely with the program and the Integration & Test team to ensure that the system is developed and is fit for purpose. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within an organization that values growth, teamwork, and professional development. Who You Are You’re a broadband connectivity architect who’s followed the deployment and at least one large transport network for 5G fronthaul, midhaul or backhaul transport network or WAN transport network. This doesn’t have to be a satellite‑based system. Proven ability to support Business Support Systems (BSS) and Operations Support Systems (OSS) functional integration processes with mobile core 4G/5G. You’ve worked with or for comms system component suppliers, leading design reviews from either the supplier or customer side. You have a deep understanding and experience in the system development, integration, verification, and validation process. Possess 5–10 years of industry work experience. What You’ll Do Specify Ground Transport and Control Network and related functional composition of the whole communications system. Own the network level requirements and work with subsystem leads to ensure their requirements reflect the system needs. Define CONOPS to ensure that the connectivity network flows are clearly defined. Maintain the key sub‑system level interface documentation and associated schema. Work with subsystem suppliers to ensure their designs meet the system level needs. What You’ll Need As well as systems engineering experience, you should have deep expertise and prior experience working in the following specific areas: Background in software defined networking, routing protocols. Strong understanding of network protocols including TCP/IP, MPLS, Segment routing, BGP and QoS mechanism. Design of Transport Network for 5G backhaul, midhaul and fronthaul networks. Experience with cloud‑based broadband solutions and network automation. Experience with router data‑plane, control‑plane, and management‑plane implementation. Experience with Transport Network management and orchestration software. Knowledge about NTN features would be appreciated. You also should have experience of using various systems engineering software tools for requirements management and model‑based systems engineering. Where You’ll Work The Eutelsat Group offices in Issy‑les‑Moulineaux (Paris) or Turin Office. The position is open to European Union nationals only. The Eutelsat Group treats the protection of personal data submitted to it seriously. By submitting this application, you agree to the collection and retention of your personal data by the Eutelsat Group and acknowledge notice of, and understand the terms of Eutelsat’s Privacy Policy (as amended from time to time). #J-18808-Ljbffr