5G NTN Standards Specialist

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About Aerospacelab

Our mission is supported by an ambitious vertically integrated approach: design & manufacture of small satellites combined with development of earth observation services.

Since its creation in 2018, the company has already grown substantially. Our team gathers more than 25 engineering expertise, from hardware design to software development & data science.

In 2025, Aerospacelab counts offices in Louvain-la-Neuve (Belgium), Toulouse (France), Lausanne (Switzerland) and US West Coast with more than 350 full-time employees, with the ambition to position itself as the European leader in small satellites.

Your mission

We are building the future of 5G connectivity in space. As part of Aerospacelab, you will play a key role in analyzing and contributing to the evolution of 3GPP standards, with a focus on Non-Terrestrial Networks. Your insights will guide our technical roadmap and ensure alignment with global standardization efforts.

You are a detail-oriented, strategic thinker with deep expertise in wireless standards. You thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy working across disciplines, and are motivated by the opportunity to influence the future of global communications.

Duties

Analyze 3GPP 5G NR specifications, with emphasis on NTN-related features and system behavior
Contribute to 3GPP working groups and standardization activities, representing Aerospacelab’s technical interests
Track and interpret ongoing developments in 3GPP Rel-17+ and beyond
Provide internal guidance on standard compliance and implementation strategies
Collaborate with engineering teams to translate standards into clear system and software requirements
Support the definition of Aerospacelab-specific enhancements aligned with 3GPP evolution
Maintain documentation and internal knowledge base on relevant standards and contributions

Must have

Deep expertise in 3GPP 5G NR standards
Prior experience contributing to 3GPP working groups or similar standardization bodies
Strong understanding of RAN protocol stack architecture
Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex technical material