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Optical Engineer
2021-08-16 17:13:41| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
ODYSSEUS Space is searching for an Optical Engineer with 3 or more years of experience in design, breadboarding and calibration of custom optical systems. About ODYSSEUS Space ODYSSEUS Space is an international company operating in Luxembourg and in Taiwan, developing products for space market and providing services to institutional research clients since 2016. With the longterm vision to facilitate the flow of information and goods in the Solar System, the company is investing in development of key technologies for Earth or Lunar orbit and for interplanetary space laser communication and autonomous navigation. Since 2019 most development activities of ODYSSEUS are carried out in Luxembourg, alongside several other space startups from small but vibrant new space community. The hardworking atmosphere at ODYSSEUS is combined with openness and flexibility of a small team. We value the autonomy of our team members and support each other in our personal and professional growth. With ODYSSEUS entering a new phase of product development, we are searching for motivated professionals to join our young international team to work on the nextgeneration commercial products that will shape the space missions of tomorrow. Description of the Job As an Optical Engineer part of ODYSSEUS Space team in Luxembourg, you will be responsible for optical design and breadboarding of CYCLOPS laser communication terminals. As a part of a larger team, you will contribute to the definition of laser and pointing subsystems, opto mechanical design, and in later stages component procurement, calibrations, and performance analysis. The job involves design and simulation of free space optical assemblies in CAD software Zemax or similar, prototyping an endtoend free space optical channel in the lab, active collaboration with systems engineer, mechanical engineer, and AIT engineer, preparing detailed documentation for manufacturing. ODYSSEUS Space offers a permanent position in Luxembourg relocation assistance possible, with a competitive salary and unique career development opportunities. Essential qualifications, experience, skills, requirements MSc PhD degree or equivalent in a relevant field, with at least 3 years of experience Experience in optical design for space environment Experience in building and operating optical benches with visible and NIR lasers Familiarity with scripting languages Python or MATLAB for measurement data processing Experience of working autonomously as well as working in a team Experience in writing and delivering technical documentation English oral and writing proficiency Willingness to join our team onsite and participate in a startup adventure Nice to have Familiarity experience with fibreoptical equipment and semiconductor lasers Familiarity experience with APD, PIN and FPA detectors Familiarity with optical communication principles and equipment European Union citizenship or Luxembourgish residency Willingness to participate in a startup adventure Desire to learn and share knowledge at work Selfaccountability, creativity and optimism Passion for space
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Optical Instrument Systems Engineer
2021-07-23 14:13:32| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
EUMETSAT is Europes meteorological satellite agency monitoring the weather and climate from space 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. EUMETSAT is an international organisation employing staff from across all 30 member states and this role is being advertised on multiple international job boards, but please note that this role would be based in Darmstadt, Germany and would require international applicants to relocate if successful. As an Optical Instrument Systems Engineer, this is your chance to contribute to a world leading earth observation programme, set to generate global weather forecasting and climate monitoring benefits for many years to come. This role is rooted in the mission of EUMETSAT and will provide the opportunity to work with leading IT, Space and Earth Observation organisations and domain experts to make a positive impact on society! BACKGROUND EUMETSAT is developing the EUMETSAT Polar System of Second Generation EPSSG that includes MetopSG A and MetopSG B satellites developed and procured through ESA. The EPSSG mission will monitor weather and climate from the midmorning polar orbit over a period of 21 years starting in 202425, based on three successive pairs of MetopSG AB satellites. EUMETSAT is also responsible for the delivery to ESAMetopSG of three Infrared Atmospheric Sounding Interferometers New Generation IASING and two ARGOS4 Advanced Data Collection System ADCS instruments developed and procured by the French Space Agency CNES under cooperation agreement with EUMETSAT. Reporting to the EPSSG Instrument Systems Manager, the EPSSG Optical Instrument System Engineer will followup the CNESled development of the IASING and ARGOS4 instruments, acquire, maintain and share inhouse knowledge on instrument design, performances and operations aspects. As a member of the EUMETSAT Instrument Functional Chain Team involving also instrument scientists, system, ground segment and operations preparation engineers, heshe will support the development, operations preparation and commissioning of the endtoend IASING chain covering all functions from instrument commanding to delivery of products to users. DUTIES Act as the EUMETSAT technical interface for the IASING and ARGOS4 instruments liaising externally with CNES and ESA and internally with System, Ground Segment and Science teams. Followup the development of IASING instruments by participating in relevant progress meeting, reviews and other technical meeting with CNES and their contractor. Support IASING and ARGOS4 instrument testing activities at satellite level. Followup IASING level 1C processor development and interact as point of contact with relevant external and internal entities e.g. CNES, EUMETSAT Science team, Ground Segment team, etc.. As a member of the EUMETSAT IASING Instrument Functional Chain Team, support the resolution of nonconformances Participate and contribute to relevant IASI Sounding Science Working Group ISSWG meetings. Support and participate to operations preparation and commissioning of the IASING and ARGOS4 instruments in cooperation with CNES and ESA, focusing on instrument operability and performance validation Support reporting to EUMETSAT management and Member States EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS Excellent salary, in excess of Euro 7,500 NET after income tax deductions based on skills and experience Flexible working time including additional flexileave Full medical coverage for employee and family Attractive pension 30 days of annual leave 14.5 days public holidays Training and development support Relocation allowance and support if applicable SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Proven engineering experience at senior level in the full development cycle of a spaceborne optical instrument Experience with interferometers would be an advantage Knowledge of Level 0 and Level 1 processing of optical instrument data processing Experience in coordinating technical work with multiple andor multidisciplinary entities, preferably in an international environment Proactive attitude and ability to work autonomously with a minimum of supervision Excellent teamworking, communication, and presentation skills. QUALIFICATIONS University degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline eg Physics or Engineering Please note Applications must be submitted in English. Applications in any other language will not be reviewed. About us EUMETSATs role is to establish and operate meteorological satellites to monitor the weather and climate from space 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This information is supplied to the National Meteorological Services of the organisations Member and Cooperating States in Europe, as well as other users worldwide. EUMETSAT also operates several Copernicus missions on behalf of the European Union and provide data services to the Copernicus marine and atmospheric services and their users. As an intergovernmental European Organisation, EUMETSAT can recruit nationals only from the 30 Member States Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.
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Optical Instrument Image Processing Engineer
2021-06-18 18:15:14| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Position Reference 937 On behalf of ESA, we are currently looking for an Optical Instrument Image Processing Engineer to work in its Site ESTEC in the city of Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Tasks and Activities The scope of work will include Analysis of systemlevel needs and definition of system and subsystem requirements specifications for optical payload processing functions. Definition, design, development, performance evaluation and verification of image processing functions and algorithms via simulation techniques e.g. Matlab, Python, prototyping SW. Design, verification and validation of payload image processing chains in close collaboration with teams responsible for SW and HW implementation. Support to HWSW optimization and implementation of payload data processing functions on processors e.g. uCuP, DSP, GPU, AI accelerators and FPGA based platforms. Specific engineering support in the above domains to mainstream ESA space projects, mainly for but not restricted to the development and testing phases. Skills and Experience The following skills and experience are mandatory PhD or Masters degree in Engineering from a recognised Institution of secondary studies or equivalent, with at least 4 years of relevant working experience. Extensive knowledge in image processing, compression and computer vision techniques. Extensive knowledge in optical imaging payloads, signalimage quality and onboard payload data processing functions. Extensive knowledge in simulation of image processing functions Matlab, Python, ENVIIDL, C, etc. Knowledge in the design, training and validation of machine learning techniques not limited to deep learning for tasks such as prediction, classification, semantic segmentation, object detection, etc. Familiarity with computational imaging techniques image stabilization, superresolution, active optics, etc. Familiarity with payload data processing onboard systems architectures. Familiarity with processing devices and onboard electronics design related to data acquisition and processing functions. Familiarity with procurement of demonstrator units, subsystem integration and testing. Ability to work in an autonomous manner, in particular when providing support to projects with high time allocations and this in coordination with the line manager. Fluency in English, both written and spoken. How to Apply Looking to take your career to the next level? Interested applicants should submit their CV and Cover Letter to RHEAs Recruitment team at careersrheagroup.com no later than 06072021. Preference will be given to candidates eligible for an EU or national personal security clearance at the level of CONFIDENTIAL or above.
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Optical Imaging Processing Engineer SC2111016
2021-06-17 16:13:57| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Solenix is specialized in the provision of highquality software engineering, technical consulting and operations services in the aerospace domain. This vacancy note concerns an onsite consulting position at ESTEC in Noordwijk, The Netherlands. Job Description We are looking for an Optical Imaging Processing Engineer to support our client ESTEC. You will work in a team specializing on encompassing algorithmic definition, development and validation and involving software, hardware and system constraints. These tasks are expected to address processing functions focusing on payload performance image quality, data compressionreduction and data analysis. Your tasks will be grouped within the following main headings Analysis of systemlevel needs and definition of system and subsystem requirements specifications for optical payload processing functions Definition, design, development, performance evaluation and verification of image processing functions and algorithms via simulation techniques e.g., Matlab, Python, prototyping SW Design, verification and validation of payload image processing chains in close collaboration with teams responsible for SW and HW implementation Support to HWSW optimization and implementation of payload data processing functions on processors e.g., uCuP, DSP, GPU, AI accelerators and FPGA based platforms Specific engineering support in the above domains to mainstream ESA space projects, mainly for but not restricted to the development and testing phases Required Skills and Experience Minimum of 3 years relevant experience Extensive knowledge in image processing, compression and computer vision techniques optical imaging payloads, signalimage quality and onboard payload data processing functions simulation of image processing functions Matlab, Python, ENVIIDL, C, etc design, training and validation of machine learning techniques not limited to deep learning for tasks such as prediction, classification, semantic segmentation, object detection, etc. Familiarity with computational imaging techniques image stabilization, superresolution, active optics, etc payload data processing onboard systems architectures processing devices and onboard electronics design related to data acquisition and processing functions. procurement of demonstrator units, subsystem integration and testing Ability to work in an autonomous manner, in particular when providing support to projects with high time allocations and this in coordination with the line manager Work Location Noordwijk, The Netherlands Application Deadline 30 June 2021 Start of Work 01 August 2021 Important Notes Before applying to this position, please read the page How to Apply on the Solenix website under Career. Applicants must be EU citizens or have a valid work and residence permit in The Netherlands. Security, identity and reference checks on the candidates are part of the recruitment process. Job Application Please send your applications electronically to careersolenix.ch before the application deadline 30 June 2021. Learn more about us in Facebook.
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Optical Instrument Image Processing Engineer
2021-06-11 14:15:33| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
GENERAL ENVIRONMENT Part of the Eiffage Group 70 000p, 18b, which is a key player on Ground Segment for Aeronautics Space in Europe, Clemessy Netherlands BV is a Services Center that has been recently created to provide Maintenance Engineering Support to our main customers Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance Engineering RAMS ILS and AITOperations Support. Located in Noordwijk NL, we offer a rewarding work environment with high skilled opportunities on all the main European programs, while maintaining an employeefocused atmosphere. For our customer, the European Space Agency ESA, we are currently looking for an Optical Instrument Image Processing Engineer to work at ESTEC, the ESA Technical Center in Noordwijk NL. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES In the TECEFD section, the main tasks are to provide ESA with functional support in the field of OnBoard Payload Data Processing Engineering covering algorithmic and hardware definition, development and validation, and involving software, hardware and system constraints. The assignment is to provide expert technical support to address processing functions focusing on payload performance image quality, data compressionreduction and data analysis Analysis of systemlevel needs and definition of specifications for optical payload processing functions Definition, design, development, performance evaluation and verification of image processing functions and algorithms via simulation techniques e.g. Matlab, Python, prototyping SW Design, verification and validation of payload image processing chains Support to HWSW optimization and implementation of payload data processing functions on processors e.g. uCuP, DSP, GPU, AI accelerators and FPGA based platforms SPECIFIC COMPETENCE REQUIREMENTS High degree organizational and communication abilities. Comfortable with working in a diverse and multinational team environment. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants should have A Masters degree or PhD in Electronics, networks, telecommunications or equivalent Extensive knowledge in image processing, compression and computer vision techniques optical imaging payloads, signalimage quality simulation of signal processing functions Matlab, Python, C, etc Additional assets are knowledges or familiarities in machine learning techniques prediction, classification, semantic segmentation, computational imaging techniques stabilization, superresolution, active optics, procurement of demonstrator units, subsystem integration and testing LOCALISATION Clemessy Netherlands BV, with onsite fulltime position in ESTEC premises Noordwijk, NL. Travels in Europe can be requested. ESTIMATED START DATE 01082021
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