Lead Optical Payload Architect - Earth Observation

Indra; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 80.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading aerospace company is seeking an Optical Payload Architect in Madrid. This role involves technical leadership in defining and delivering Earth Observation payloads, ensuring performance and compliance with mission requirements. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in EO payloads and hold a Master's or PhD in a related field. Responsibilities include managing subcontractors, developing payload concepts, and driving performance requirements. Join a dedicated team to shape the future of spacecraft missions.

Formación

• 10+ years of experience in EO optical payloads, with significant involvement in system architecture and performance specification.
• Proven experience in payload procurement and subcontractor management.
• Strong knowledge of optical imaging principles, detectors, and calibration.

Responsabilidades

• Define the end-to-end performance requirements of EO optical payloads.
• Lead the development of payload concepts and architectures.
• Prepare technical specifications and manage the procurement of payloads from subcontractors.
• Support spacecraft-level integration, verification, and validation activities.

Conocimientos

EO optical payloads

Optical imaging principles

Payload performance modelling

Project management

Educación

Master’s or PhD in Optical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering

Herramientas

Zemax

Code V

MATLAB

Python

STK

Descripción del empleo

A leading aerospace company is seeking an Optical Payload Architect in Madrid. This role involves technical leadership in defining and delivering Earth Observation payloads, ensuring performance and compliance with mission requirements. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in EO payloads and hold a Master's or PhD in a related field. Responsibilities include managing subcontractors, developing payload concepts, and driving performance requirements. Join a dedicated team to shape the future of spacecraft missions.