Subsystem Summary:
The Communications (COMMS) subsystem is responsible to reliably transfer the largest possible volume of scientific and diagnostic data between the satellite and the Earth, by developing the necessary On-Board and Ground Station hardware and software. COMMS is also in charge of performing system-level electromagnetic analyses on AcubeSAT. In that context, our members are occupied with
- RF front-end design
- FPGA programming
- Antenna design, construction and testing
- Studying and implementing communication protocols
- Digital signal processing
- Electromagnetic compatibility
among others.
Position Description:
As a Communications Software Engineer you will learn and apply digital signal processing and embedded software development for communications specific applications. Your day-to-day tasks will include:
- Implementing space telecommunication protocols in software
- Embedded software development for the satellite’s communication board
- Software interfaces of the ground station
Required Skills:
Given the nature of the subsystem’s work and the multidisciplinarity of the team, the skills that are more sought after are:
- Ability to work in a group and independently
- Capable of analytical thinking and researching new fields
- Eagerness to take initiatives
- Good English written and oral skills
Preferred Skills:
- Knowledge of programming languages (mainly C/C++)
- Experience with microcontrollers and communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN)
- Git workflow knowledge
- Familiarity with Linux
- Understanding of Real Time Operating Systems
Any of the following skills are not a prerequisite, but would be nice for a Software Engineer to have:
- Experience with CMake or other build systems