Lead Optical Payload Engineer — Satellite OISL & Timing

Logos Space; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading satellite solutions company in California is seeking an Optical Payload team lead. The candidate will oversee the specification, integration, and testing of advanced optical payloads for satellite missions. Responsibilities include managing operations and developing high-speed inter-satellite link systems. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field is required, along with at least 5 years of experience in optical systems. This role offers a range of $180K - $240K based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in designing, developing, and testing optical systems.
• At least 2 years focused on space-based applications.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development lifecycle of satellite optical payloads.
• Manage all operations of the optical payload including cost and schedule.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure mission success.

Skills

Optical communications

Leadership abilities

High-data-rate optical communication systems

Organizational skills

Electrical Engineering principles

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or STEM

Tools

Zemax

Code V

MATLAB

Job description

A leading satellite solutions company in California is seeking an Optical Payload team lead. The candidate will oversee the specification, integration, and testing of advanced optical payloads for satellite missions. Responsibilities include managing operations and developing high-speed inter-satellite link systems. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field is required, along with at least 5 years of experience in optical systems. This role offers a range of $180K - $240K based on qualifications.