Senior Researcher - Space System Engineer

كليات التقنية العليا - الإمارات; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly qualified engineer to manage the technical challenges of CubeSat projects. The ideal candidate will mentor students, develop educational materials, and engage in strategic planning for space technologies. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience in CubeSat system engineering are required. Strong communication skills, English proficiency, and a passion for education are essential in this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical or similar fields is required.
• Full English proficiency is mandatory, Arabic knowledge is a plus.
• Strong background in CubeSat design and integration is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical project management of the CubeSat project.
• Develop space technology roadmap for HCT.
• Mentor students in CubeSat technologies and help them in practical activities.

Skills

Systems engineering

Project management

Mentoring

Communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or similar

Job description

Position Summary

Job Objective :

The job incumbent shall bring in the experience in system engineering related to CubeSat (1U-3U) and shall take over the technical project management of the first CubeSat project and shall lead the engineering activities along with an industrial partner which shall support HCT in the first project. The job incumbent shall play a pivotal role in developing a space technology roadmap for the short and long term and engage in related projects. The job incumbent shall need to demonstrate deep commitment and passion to work with the students and aspire them on space technologies.

Requirements

Strategic Role

• Think beyond short term objectives to consider the broader vision and strategic goals of HCT.
• Support in cascading the overall functional strategy into operational goals.
• Facilitate the achievement of strategic objectives by allocating resources and focusing the efforts of the team.

Operational Role

• Support the industry partner to transfer knowledge of CubeSat to students - CubeSat technologies, decompose satellite mission requirements into mechanical, hardware and software requirements.
• Work with faculties and industry partners to develop basic education materials to be used in CubeSat projects.
• Work with the students to conduct by mentoring the following activities :
• Plan and manage spacecraft integration and testing activities at local industry partner facility.
• Assess the implementation of in-house technologies on-board the satellite bus.
• Integrate basic payload and COTS components into satellite bus.
• Identify candidate COTS parts and conduct trade-off in component selection.
• Prepare spacecraft system-level documentation.
• Prepare CubeSat for design review and launch acceptance.
• Support students to present the work in educational and CubeSat conferences.
• Support the development of a roadmap to focus on the buildup of technological capabilities in space / CubeSat technologies.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Supervisor to meet the business needs

Leadership Role

• Demonstrate ability to work independently.
• Tailor activities to the development needs of subordinates and provide guidance on how to perform tasks.
• Provide subordinates the support they need to succeed and allow them to take responsibility for the results.
• Actively and effectively listen to others and help them resolve issues or overcome difficulties.
• Use appropriate situational leadership style depending on individual ability and the task to be accomplished e.g. directing, coaching, supporting, and delegating.
• Contribute in an effective and efficient manner to the development of UAE Nationals.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical or similar engineering fields from a recognized university,
• Full English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking) required.
• Knowledge of Arabic would be an advantage

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of previous experience with the design and integration of CubeSats or small / microsats.
• Experienced with systems engineering, designing, implementing and / or testing CubeSat hardware.
• Ability to communicate and mentor students.
• Project and risk management skills.
• Candidates with research (within academic or research center) and industrial experience shall be

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