Senior Space Optical Instrument Engineer – Madrid

Steneg; Madrid; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Madrid is seeking an Optical Instrument Engineer to take ownership of the design and performance assurance of space-borne optical instruments. The role involves defining optical architectures, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with rigorous specifications. Candidates should hold a master's degree in Optical Engineering and have at least 5 years of relevant experience. Fluency in English and Spanish is required, with additional languages preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the design and development of space optical instruments.
• Proven expertise in optical design and analysis tools.
• Solid knowledge of optical materials and processes in space environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop optical architectures for space instruments.
• Perform optical analyses, simulations, trade-offs, and prototyping.
• Ensure compliance with performance budgets and interface requirements.

Skills

Optical design

System integration

Optical analysis tools

Project coordination

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Master’s degree in Optical Engineering or related field

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Madrid is seeking an Optical Instrument Engineer to take ownership of the design and performance assurance of space-borne optical instruments. The role involves defining optical architectures, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with rigorous specifications. Candidates should hold a master's degree in Optical Engineering and have at least 5 years of relevant experience. Fluency in English and Spanish is required, with additional languages preferred.