This job description set outs the skills and experience we believe are needed to be able to do this job but, research also tells us women are much more likely than men to take this list of requirements as absolute and self-select out of the process. If you think you can deliver this role then we want to hear from you, regardless of the boxes you didn’t tick.

Project Description:

• This project is about the study of wireless communications in the context of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs). Of particular interest are situations where satellite constellations provide connectivity to robots in urban, or other, complex environments.

  This project is related to ongoing research at the University of Bradford on robust communications with a focus on ensuring interoperability and seamless integration.

• Through this project you will learn about current and future trends in wireless and satellite communications, such as 5G/6G standards and Non-Terrestrial Networks.

• As part of this project you will develop skills in using and creating software, processing data, and understanding spacecraft operations, electronics and telecoms.

• You will also be supported in obtaining certification in the use of the industry-standard STK software.

• Other software tools you will use include Sionna, ROS2/Gazebo, and GMAT.

• Find out more about SPIN and explore FAQs here.

Applicant Specification:

• Some evidence of teamwork, either through group projects at University or volunteering and extracurricular activities

• Interest in space exploration and satellite technology

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Passion and enthusiasm

Minimum requirements:

• Meet the eligibility requirements of the SPIN 2024 Programme

• Enrolled on an Electronic and Electrical Engineering or related (Physics, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics and Robotics) course

• Knowledge and understanding of signals and their properties

• Some understanding of electromagnetic waves

• Some hands-on experience with Python

• Some hands-on experience using Linux and/or similar OSes, including Windows Subsystem for Linux

Desirable requirements:

• Some awareness of, or experience with, GitHub and Docker

• Some awareness of, or experience with, the following software tools - Sionna, ROS2/Gazebo, GMAT

Process details:

• 8 weeks minimum fixed term contract to be agreed with successful candidate

• In-person Induction Event expected to be held on 24 June 2024 at the Satellite Applications Catapult, and an in-person/hybrid Showcase Event to be held in Autumn 2024

• 5 days holiday can be taken during the placement

How we work:

We strive to create a high trust environment that enables team members to bring their whole selves to work – this helps to create the foundations of an innovation culture.

For us equality, diversity, and inclusion are not just aspirational ideals - our vision is to be the very best, nurturing and giving wings to innovative ideas, and producing world-class engineers.

Our team is diverse, multidisciplinary, and multisectoral by design. We are focused on being at the forefront of smart and sustainable exploitation of space technologies to meet some of the big issues faced by society.