Radio & Navigation Systems Technical Lead

🚀 Radio & Navigation Systems Technical Lead

Tres Cantos, Madrid | ALTER TECHNOLOGY TÜV NORD

Are you passionate about navigation technologies, GNSS systems and wireless communications ?

At ALTER TECHNOLOGY TÜV NORD, we are looking for a Radio & Navigation Systems Technical Lead to drive the development of new testing capabilities in navigation and radio technologies, contributing to innovative projects across Space, Defense, Security, Transportation and Industrial sectors .

This is a unique opportunity to lead the creation of a new maritime GNSS testing laboratory within a European innovation project and play a key role in shaping the future of our testing and certification services.

Your mission

• Lead the design, implementation and deployment of a new maritime GNSS testing laboratory.
• Develop testing methodologies, procedures and technical documentation.
• Analyze regulations and standards related to navigation systems, GNSS technologies and radio equipment.
• Define laboratory capabilities, equipment and investment needs to support future service development.
• Contribute to innovation projects focused on Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) technologies.
• Provide technical support to customers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Drive the development of new testing services and technical expertise within the laboratory.

What we're looking for

• Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Physics or a related discipline.
• Experience in RF, GNSS, navigation systems or wireless communications.
• Knowledge of PNT (Positioning, Navigation and Timing) technologies.
• Experience with Galileo, EGNOS and Satellite-Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS) is highly valued.
• Experience in testing laboratories or ISO/IEC 17025 environments is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with RF instrumentation such as Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, Vector Network Analyzers and Communication Testers.
• Ability to interpret technical regulations and transform requirements into practical testing solutions.
• Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving skills and proactive attitude.
• Fluent English.

What we offer

Flexible working hours to support your work-life balance

Hybrid model: up to 2 days remote work per week or 9/80 schedule (depending on role)

Continuous learning through internal training and development programs

Attractive benefits package including:

• Life insurance
• Flexible compensation (tax benefits on private health insurance)
• Sports club access

A multicultural and multidisciplinary work environment

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and innovation projects

Competitive fixed salary

24 working days of vacation + additional days (Birthday, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, Easter)