Senior Technical Advisor, UK Skynet Spectrum

2 days ago


Corsham, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Intelsat Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Spectrum Advisor to join our team at Intelsat. As a key member of our organization, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful management of the UK Skynet satellite fleet.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the spectrum management and frequency coordination efforts for the UK Skynet satellite fleet, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and agreements.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with external agencies, including the UK MOD, to ensure effective coordination and negotiation of spectrum-related issues.
  • Oversee the activities of the SDW frequency coordination team, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Lead the negotiation process at spectrum coordination meetings, working closely with UK MOD representatives.
  • Collaborate with the UK MOD Spectrum and Satellite Filings leads to ensure alignment on spectrum-related matters.
  • Develop and implement strategic plans for the SKYNET constellation frequency filings, ensuring optimal use of spectrum resources.
  • Establish and maintain objectives for the Frequency Coordination team, ensuring clear direction and focus.
  • Provide technical expertise and advice to senior MOD staff on all aspects of frequency filings.
  • Support the UK MOD in developing the UK government filing strategy, ensuring alignment with Intelsat's goals and objectives.
  • Manage ITU filings at each stage of the filing process, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
  • Monitor and analyze new ITU filings, performing interference analysis and reporting results to stakeholders.
  • Ensure the SKYNET network is operated in accordance with agreements and relevant ITU/NATO regulations.
  • Monitor the development of other MILSATCOM programmers and determine the impact on the SKYNET system.
  • Stay up-to-date on ITU WRC, CCEB, CEPT, NATO, and OFCOM initiatives that may affect SKYNET space operations.
  • Develop and maintain good relationships with external agencies associated with frequency management.
  • Maintain and update Frequency Coordination documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Support NATO URGE process, ensuring planners have up-to-date information concerning SKYNET UHF allocations.
Requirements
  • Undergraduate university degree in a relevant engineering or technical field.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in satellite systems, including satellite design, operations, or engineering.
  • UK citizenship and active UK Government Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance.
  • Proven negotiation and diplomatic skills, with experience in building and maintaining strong relationships with external agencies.
  • Understanding of link budgets and ability to analyze their impact.
  • Insight and knowledge of ITU rules and regulations, particularly those related to satellite operations in the GSO band.
  • Familiarity with ITU software used for submitting, progressing, modifying, and completing the ITU filing process.
  • Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with peers and stakeholders.
What We Offer
  • A hybrid work environment offering up to two days per week work from home (for eligible positions).
  • Development opportunities supporting professional growth, championed by our dedicated Learning & Development team.
  • Ways to get involved, including satellite launch parties, company connect events, charitable activities, team social events, recognition programs, and employee resource groups.
  • A wide range of benefits and perks to help you stay healthy, happy, and productive, including paid leave programs, medical, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits, employee wellness offerings, and more.
About Intelsat

We are a technology leader committed to advancing diverse, inclusive teams – where belonging is rooted in our culture. Intelsat has an established Diversity & Inclusion Council and Employee Resource Groups. Intelsat is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.



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