Senior Onboard Computing & Data Handling Engineer

ESA; Noordwijk; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ESA in Noordwijk (ESTEC) is seeking an On-board Computers and Data Handling Engineer in the Data Handling Section of the Avionics and EEE Division. You will work on end-to-end processing chains, onboard computers, memory, and data handling architectures for space missions.

The role requires a master's degree in electronics or related field and approximately 10 years of relevant experience, with hands-on hardware development, FPGA/processor design, and experience with radiation-tolerant

Qualifications

• Master's degree in electronics or related field with at least 10 years of relevant professional experience.
• Hand-on hardware development and testing for onboard data handling and processing elements.
• Experience with FPGA/processor-based design and radiation-tolerant components.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support on onboard computers and data handling systems throughout project phases.
• Participate in feasibility studies, reviews, and evaluation of procurement proposals.
• Define technology roadmaps and work plans for ESA's data handling programmes.
• Conduct laboratory activities and stay updated on trends and best practices.

Skills

Onboard data handling

FPGA/processor hardware

Radiation-tolerant design

System engineering

Education

Master's degree in electronics / electrical engineering / networks / telecom or related field

Job description

ESA in Noordwijk (ESTEC) is seeking an On-board Computers and Data Handling Engineer in the Data Handling Section of the Avionics and EEE Division. You will work on end-to-end processing chains, onboard computers, memory, and data handling architectures for space missions.

The role requires a master's degree in electronics or related field and approximately 10 years of relevant experience, with hands-on hardware development, FPGA/processor design, and experience with radiation-tolerant