Systems Engineer (m/f/d)

OHB SE; München; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading space company in Europe seeks a Systems Engineer for Instrument Performance & Calibration. The role involves developing advanced optical instruments and ensuring compliance with technical budgets. Join a dynamic team with flexible hours and numerous benefits.

Leistungen

Flexible Hours

30 Days Vacation

Sabbatical

Health Programs

Pension Plan

Company Restaurant

Mobility Subsidies

Qualifikationen

• Proficiency in optics, control theory, or mathematical modeling.
• Experience with data processing.
• Fluent in English.

Aufgaben

• Model and evaluate performance of electro-optical instruments.
• Develop and analyze calibration concepts.
• Monitor compliance with customer requirements.

Kenntnisse

Analytical Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Ausbildung

University or Polytechnic Degree

PhD in a Scientific or Engineering Field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Jobbeschreibung

OHB System AG – We.Create.Space

OHB System AG is one of the leading space companies in Europe. The company is part of the listed high-tech group OHB SE, which has more than 3,200 employees working on pivotal European space programs. With two locations in Bremen and Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich and over 40 years of experience, OHB System AG specialises in high-tech solutions for space, including satellites for Earth observation, navigation, telecommunications, science, space exploration, human space flight, and aerial reconnaissance. Our success is driven by our employees' passion for innovation, commitment, and initiative.

For permanent employment, OHB System AG in Oberpfaffenhofen is seeking a

Systems Engineer – Instrument Performance & Calibration (m/f/d)

In this role, you will contribute to the development of advanced optical instruments for large space projects. After collaborating closely with experienced colleagues, you will be responsible for simulating instrument performance and datasets, deriving subsystem requirements, and maintaining technical budgets.

Your Tasks

• Model and evaluate the performance of electro-optical instruments, considering factors like optical design, detector characteristics, and structural stability.
• Ensure proper flow-down of customer requirements to technical and subsystem requirements, and allocate technical budgets accordingly.
• Develop and analyze calibration concepts for on-ground and in-flight scenarios.
• Regularly update the system’s technical budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform or support design trade-offs and identify mitigation options.
• Define work packages with internal specialists and external subcontractors across disciplines (Optics, Mechanics, Thermal, Structure).
• Align activities with the systems engineering work plan.
• Review subcontractor analysis results and technical documents such as proposals and reports.
• Monitor compliance with customer requirements.
• Support technical discussions with customers and suppliers.

Your Qualifications

• University or polytechnic degree or PhD in a scientific or engineering field (e.g., Physics, Aerospace Engineering).
• Proficiency in at least one of the following areas:
  • Optics, spectrometry, and optical instruments
  • Control theory and control systems
  • Mathematical modelling and simulation
• Experience with Python and/or MATLAB and data processing.
• Strong analytical skills, good communication, and negotiation skills.
• Fluent in English (reading and writing).
• NATO/EU citizenship.

We Offer

Work-Life Balance: Flexible hours, sabbatical, 30 days vacation, and special leave days.

Mobile Work: Hybrid and abroad options.

Structured onboarding, training, and professional development, including German language courses and annual employee dialogues.

Additional benefits include: 13th salary, insurance, pension plan, company restaurant, health programs, family support, mobility subsidies, company events, innovation initiatives, and more. Detailed benefits can be found on our website.

Join our international team and advance your career and personal growth. Applications with partial qualifications are welcome. Please apply via our online portal in German or English.

Questions? Contact Alfrida Paja at [e-mail].