Hybrid Payload System Engineer

at constellr

• Job title: Payload System Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Linux, Python
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Munich, Germany

About the role

• Payload System Engineer designing and optimizing next-gen satellite payload systems. Collaborating with engineers and partners to ensure successful development and performance of payloads.

Responsibilities

• Derivation of technical requirements for the payload from the top-level requirements
• Performing design trade-offs targeting the most efficient solution with respect to technological and programmatic constraints
• Co-design and co-development of the payload together with partners
• Support, implementation and management of reviews with suppliers
• Define and maintain payload budgets (radiometry, image quality and data rate…)
• Perform payload functional and performance analysis and tests
• Support operational concept definition, mission analysis and system-level performance assessment with payload-related inputs
• Support in the completion of all necessary payload documentation for the certification and qualification of the flight systems, as well as associated verification requirements, incl. evaluation of test results
• Collaborate with the other teams to define requirements and interfaces
• Participate in the payload and satellite-level AIT activities supporting their planning and definition, and the development of our internal test and system engineering software

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience (>5years) in optical payload design for space applications, ideally infrared instruments
• Ability to commit to the plan and deliver the expected results on time, or to report proactively if any deviations are foreseen
• Ability to rapidly expand application-specific knowledge sets and skills where necessary and to quickly familiarise with new areas of responsibility
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Great comms - building constructive relationships with suppliers and other teams within the company
• Experience with the Linux environment
• Familiarity with Python or any programming language and a willingness to learn Python

Benefits

• Flexible work setup with remote and hybrid options
• Competitive compensation
• Virtual Share Option Plan (VSOP) for permanent employees
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and scientific excellence