Space Optical Systems Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and maintain state-of-the-art optical instruments for space applications, focusing on the optical frontend, testing, and calibration to ensure accurate performance measurement.
Role type
Senior Systems Engineer (Space Optics)
Builds
Core optical instruments for space missions
Domain
Aerospace / Space Optics / Spectrometry
Required skills
Optical system design, optical modelling and simulation, ZEMAX OpticStudio (sequential and non-sequential modes), STOP analysis, laser safety, wavefront sensing, detector integration (APD, PIN, FPA), Python for data analysis and automation, thermal-mechanical-electrical interface analysis, spectrography fundamentals
Preferred skills
Experience with spectrometers and lasers across Vis to IR wavelengths, experience building and operating optical benches, NewSpace or Climate tech domain knowledge
Technologies
ZEMAX OpticStudio, Python
Responsibilities
Trace requirements for payload instrumentation and subsystems; define technical specifications for optical systems and verification strategies; conduct trade studies for opto-mechanical design; manage optical design processes and tools; coordinate design, development, integration, and test activities; perform tolerancing and simulation of optical systems; lead or support internal and subcontractor reviews and cost estimates
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC