Optical Communications Systems Engineer (Space Applications)

SWITCH; Delft; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary package

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation support

Friday afternoon get-togethers

Seasonal company events

BBQ parties

Job summary

An innovative technology company located in Delft is seeking an Optical Communications Systems Engineer with extensive experience in space applications. In this role, you will design, develop, and validate communication solutions, and improve system performance through advanced analysis. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five years in the field and familiarity with key communication frameworks. The position offers excellent compensation, benefits, and engaging company activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in optical communication systems for space applications.
• Familiarity with communication frameworks such as SDA and ESTOL.
• Strong analytical understanding of wavefront errors, SNR, BER, and comprehensive link budget analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate communication solutions.
• Evaluate and improve system performance based on SNR, BER, and wavefront error metrics.
• Perform R&D activities related to laser propagation, atmospheric turbulence mitigation, and optical amplifiers.

Skills

Optical communication systems

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Zemax

Code V

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Optical Communications Systems Engineer (Space Applications)

Are you an enthusiastic professional with solid expertise in space-based optical communications who enjoys collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative technologies? Then you are the Optical Communications Systems Engineer we are looking for!

In this position, you will be responsible for the architecture, realization, and optimization of communication links and overall system performance.

About the Company

Our client is an innovative technology company focused on advancing communication systems for aerospace and other high-performance applications. With a strong emphasis on secure, reliable, and high-speed communication, the company is working to shape the future of data transfer between various platforms.

As part of a collaboration between experts in advanced technologies, the company specializes in the development and manufacturing of components, subsystems, and terminals for next-generation communication.

Your Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate communication solutions.
• Evaluate and improve system performance based on SNR, BER, and wavefront error metrics.
• Perform R&D activities related to laser propagation, atmospheric turbulence mitigation, and optical amplifiers.
• Cooperate closely with interdisciplinary teams to advance system functionality.
• Record and interpret experimental data, generate technical documentation, and communicate outcomes to relevant stakeholders.

Your Profile

• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in optical communication systems for space applications.
• Familiarity with communication frameworks such as SDA and ESTOL.
• Strong analytical understanding of wavefront errors, SNR, BER, and comprehensive link budget analysis.
• Experience with optical design and simulation software (e.g., Zemax, Code V, MATLAB, Python, or equivalent tools).

We Offer

• Excellent salary package aligned with industry standards and reflective of your expertise and experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including a pension plan and a generous amount of paid time off.
• Relocation support (depending on the requirements of the role).
• SWITCH activities: Friday afternoon get‑togethers (drinks and food).
• BBQ parties when the weather allows, and seasonal company events/activities with other SWITCHERS.