Toulouse, France
Satellite & NewSpace
EngineeringAbout the Role:
This is your chance to be at the forefront of optical innovation in the space sector. You’ll join a forward-thinking team driving the development of high-performance optical systems for critical space missions. From concept to qualification, you’ll lead on designing and delivering cutting-edge optical payloads, working hands-on with sensor hardware, performance testing, and vendor collaboration.
The Company
This innovative NewSpace company is redefining satellite operations through in-orbit services and space situational awareness. With successful past missions and strong institutional partnerships, the team is focused on technical creativity and impactful work, supported by recent funding and collaboration with leading agencies.
Benefits & Opportunities
- Work on transformative satellite missions in collaboration with key global partners
- Join during a high-growth phase with strong financial backing and technological ambition
- Thrive in a collaborative, international team where technical ownership is encouraged
To be successful, you’ll need to have…
- Experience with optical tolerance analysis using tools such as ZEMAX, CODE V, or LightTools
- 5+ years in designing, testing, and qualifying space optical payloads
- Knowledge of ECSS, NASA, or MIL environmental testing standards, including radiation hardening
Interested to know more?
Reach out to me at [email protected] or call +442030499252 for an initial discussion.
Key words…if all these are resonating, this could be the job for you!!
optical payloads, ZEMAX, CODE V, LightTools, ECSS, electro-optical systems, CMOS, camera hardware, satellite, space hardware, thermal vacuum, NewSpace, in-orbit services, radiation testing, system engineering, qualification testing, environmental testing, opto-mechanical analysis, space sensors
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