Senior Director of User Terminal Engineering and Development

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 at 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

In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference to become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat Group, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

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.
• Ways of Working That Drive Us: As "One Team," we work collaboratively towards shared goals, with customer-centricity, respect, and inclusivity as our guiding principles.
• Sustainability at Our Core: At Eutelsat Group, sustainability is more than just a word; it’s woven into our strategy. We’re dedicated to balancing social, environmental, and economic growth — both on Earth and in space.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid/remote work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat Group, we are committed to supporting your well-being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home.

Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help us build a more inclusive, sustainable future in the world of satellite technology

Job Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Senior Director of User Terminal Engineering and Development to join our team and play a critical role in developing and bringing to life User Terminals for our constellation of LEO and GEO satellites. In this position, you’ll work closely with product managers, systems engineers, software developers, regulatory, system test and integration engineers, and other stakeholders, contributing directly to our ongoing projects and initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within an organization that values growth, teamwork, and professional development.

Who You Are:

You are a strategic and technically adept leader with extensive experience in full life-cycle development of user terminals or related electronic products across. With a proven track record in managing complex programs, you specialize in leading cross-functional initiatives from concept through deployment—spanning hardware development, software development, and systems integration. You bring deep domain expertise in mobility and fixed verticals, including land transport, aero, maritime, and enterprise connectivity, ensuring solutions are optimized for dynamic use cases and operational environments.

Your leadership extends across both internal hardware and software development teams and external integrators, where you drive execution, performance, and alignment with product and business strategy. Known for bridging technical vision with market needs, you play a critical role in defining terminal architecture, scalability, integration, and industrialization pathways that enable global, resilient connectivity. You thrive in fast-paced environments and bring the insight and discipline required to scale innovative satellite terminal solutions across diverse markets and mission profiles.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the end-to-end development of advanced satellite user terminals for LEO and GEO constellations, integrating semiconductors, software, RF, and antenna technologies into production-ready systems
• Work with key stakeholders to define and drive the technical and strategic roadmap for user terminal solutions across key verticals including land mobility, aero, maritime, and fixed applications.
• Oversee the architecture, design, development, and validation of complex electronic systems, including phased-array antennas, modems, and embedded software.
• Manage internal cross-functional engineering teams, including hardware, software, RF, antenna, and systems engineers, driving execution across all development phases, fostering a