Space Optical Engineer

ARQUIMEA; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A technology company in Madrid is seeking a highly skilled Space Optical Engineer to join their multidisciplinary space systems team. The role involves designing and optimizing optical systems for space applications, characterizing optical links, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have experience in optical systems design and a strong knowledge of communication protocols. The position offers a chance to contribute to the development of next-generation optical technologies.

Formación

• Proven experience in characterization and integration of optical links.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Design, sizing, and optimization of optical systems for space applications.
• Perform optical link characterization and integration.
• Define and manage cross-subsystem interfaces.

Conocimientos

Optical systems design

Optical communication protocols

Analytical skills

Teamwork abilities

Herramientas

ZEMAX

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 are Aerospace, Defense & Security, Big Science, Biotechnology and Fintech.

ARQUIMEA Research Center (ARC) , part of ARQUIMEA , was born in 2019 with the aim of inventing the technologies of tomorrow. An environment of innovation and excellence at European level from which senior and junior researchers from around the world develop disruptive technologies and business models that will serve as an engine 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 the design, characterization, and integration of optical links and subsystems for space applications. This role is pivotal in developing next-generation optical communication technologies for satellite platforms.

Tasks to be performed:

• Design, sizing, and optimization of optical systems, including telescopes for space applications.
• Perform in-depth optical link characterization and integration across various development stages.
• Define and manage cross-subsystem interfaces (e.g., OBDH, SDR, PCDU).
• Support end-to-end optical architecture definition and validation.
• Analyze and ensure compliance with environmental constraints for space missions.
• Collaborate with electronics, mechanical, and software teams to ensure system coherence.
• 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.
• 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.

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At ARQUIMEA, we value diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of 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.