Space Optical Communications Engineer - Link Architect

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

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.