SATCOM & Space Intern (SDR & Interference Analysis)

Overview

Internship opportunity focusing on software-defined radio (SDR) recording, signal analysis, and characterization of communication signals within the SATCOM Operations Team.

Tasks Summary

• Operate a reference antenna and transceiver to perform recordings.
• Extract and prepare data for post-processing.
• Conduct analysis of recorded signals, including interference assessments.
• Study signal types, trends, and patterns related to intentional and unintentional interference.
• Learn about interference cancellation methods.
• Prepare a detailed report summarizing activities performed.

Experience Requirements

• Programming/software development: Designs, codes, verifies, tests, documents, amends and refactors simple programs/scripts. Applies agreed standards and tools to achieve a well-engineered result. Reviews own work.
• Radio frequency engineering: Assists with setting up, tuning and functional checks of radio frequency devices and software. Resolves faults down to line replaceable unit level or escalates according to given procedures. Carries out user confidence checks and escalates faults according to given procedures. Integrates RF devices with software applications using static configurations.

Qualification Requirements

Other Details

Languages Required: A thorough knowledge of one of the two NATO languages, both written and spoken, is essential.

Languages Preferred: Some knowledge of the other NATO language is desirable.

Contract Duration: 6 months

Work Modality: based at one of our key hubs in The Netherlands, Belgium or Portugal

Remuneration: 1,334.96 Euro (EUR) Monthly. Reasonable travel expenses to start on day 1 and to return to your home location once the internship is complete.