Space Optical Engineer

ARQUIMEA; Las Palmas de Gran Canaria; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global technology company is seeking a highly skilled Space Optical Engineer in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The role involves designing and optimizing optical systems for space applications and developing next-generation optical communication technologies. Candidates should have a solid background in optical systems design, experience in integration of optical links, and strong analytical skills. Join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to innovative solutions in space technology.

Formación

• Proven experience in characterization and integration of optical links.
• Solid background in optical systems design for space-based telescopes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Design, size, and optimize optical systems for space applications.
• Perform characterization and integration of optical links.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure system coherence.

Conocimientos

Optical systems design and sizing

Characterization and integration of optical links

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication and teamwork abilities

Herramientas

ZEMAX

Model-based design tools

Descripción del empleo

ARQUIMEA, we are a technology company operating globally and providing innovative solutions and products in highly demanding sectors.

Our areas of activity include Aerospace, Defense & Security, Big Science, Biotechnology, and Fintech.

ARQUIMEA Research Center (ARC), part of ARQUIMEA, was established in 2019 with the aim of inventing the technologies of tomorrow. It fosters an environment of innovation and excellence at the European level, where senior and junior researchers from around the world develop disruptive technologies and business models to serve as engines of socio-economic growth in the medium and long term.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Space Optical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary space systems team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, characterizing, and integrating optical links and subsystems for space applications. This role is crucial in developing next-generation optical communication technologies for satellite platforms.

Tasks to be performed :

1. Design, size, and optimize optical systems, including telescopes for space applications.
2. Perform in-depth characterization and integration of optical links across various development stages.
3. Define and manage cross-subsystem interfaces (e.g., OBDH, SDR, PCDU).
4. Support end-to-end optical architecture definition and validation.
5. Analyze and ensure compliance with environmental constraints for space missions.
6. Collaborate with electronics, mechanical, and software teams to ensure system coherence.
7. Generate technical documentation and support reviews and testing campaigns.

Required skills, experience, and candidate profile :

• Proven experience in characterization and integration of optical links.
• Solid background in optical systems design and sizing, especially for space-based telescopes.
• Practical knowledge of space optical system architectures.
• Familiarity with optical communication protocols and standards (e.g., SDA, CCSDS).
• Ability to define and manage cross-functional interfaces.
• Understanding of environmental constraints for space missions (thermal, radiation, vibration, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Additionally, we value experience in the following areas :

• Experience with optical design software such as ZEMAX or equivalent.
• Familiarity with system engineering methodologies and model-based design tools.
• Experience in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary aerospace or defense environment.

Think Big, Do the Job & Enjoy Life

At ARQUIMEA, we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected factors by law. All candidates will be considered equally based on their skills and experience.