Optical AIT Engineer

LusoSpace Lda; Lisboa; Presencial; EUR 35 000 - 55 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

LusoSpace Lda is seeking an Optical AIT Engineer to join their multidisciplinary team in Lisboa, Portugal. The role involves supporting the design and testing of optical systems for both space and ground applications. Candidates should have a background in Physics Engineering and be ready to engage in hands-on activities and optical testing.

The position requires strong analytical skills, teamwork, and a good command of English. Ideal for those passionate about contributing to innovative space technologies.

Qualificações

• BSc in Physics Engineering, or similar (Ms preferred, PhD welcomed).
• Previous professional experience in this area is considered a plus.
• Basic understanding of optics, including ray tracing and radiometric principles.
• Familiarity with optical design and ray-tracing tools is an advantage.
• Practical laboratory experience in optical assembly, testing, and measurement is considered a plus.
• Willingness to perform hands‑on activities and to support off‑site AIT campaigns.

Responsabilidades

• Support optical design and analysis activities.
• Assist in the selection and procurement of optical measurement equipment.
• Participate in optical integration, alignment, and testing activities.
• Perform alignment activities using optical metrology equipment.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and test documentation.
• Provide support to proposal activities.

Conhecimentos

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Technical documentation

Formação académica

BSc in Physics Engineering or similar

Ferramentas

Zemax or equivalent

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Optical AIT Engineer will join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to both the design and Assembly, Integration and Testing (AIT) of optical systems for space and ground applications, as well as to proposal preparation activities.

Key responsibilities

• Support optical design and analysis activities, including modelling and performance evaluation
• Support the development and implementation of optical alignment and test procedures
• Assist in the selection and procurement of optical measurement equipment, including interaction with suppliers
• Participate in optical integration, alignment, and testing activities in cleanroom environments
• Perform alignment activities using optical metrology equipment (e.g. theodolites, autocollimators, laser trackers, interferometers, wavefront sensors)
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and test documentation
• Provide support to proposal activities, including technical inputs

Qualification & Experience

• BSc in Physics Engineering, or similar (Ms preferred, PhD welcomed)
• Previous professional experience in this area is considered a plus
• Basic understanding of optics, including ray tracing and radiometric principles
• Familiarity with optical design and ray-tracing tools (e.g. Zemax or equivalent) is an advantage
• Practical laboratory experience in optical assembly, testing, and measurement is considered a plus
• Willingness to perform hands‑on activities and to support off‑site AIT campaigns

Skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Good communication skills, both written and spoken, in English
• Strong motivation to develop both analytical (design) and practical (AIT) skills
• Attention to detail and a structured approach to technical work
• Ability to produce clear and concise technical documentation