Optical Payload System Engineer Ref. Optical_sat_2026
Pubblicato il 22-09-2026 - Ohb Italia in Roma
OHB Italia is seeking for its Satellites & Missions Business Unit in Milano/Roma/Torino aQualsiasi informazione aggiuntiva su questo lavoro è disponibile nel testo sottostante. Si assicuri di leggere attentamente, quindi invii la sua candidatura.Optical Payload System Engineer Ref. Optical_SAT_2026We are seeking an Optical Payload System Engineer with 5+ years of hands‑on working experience. In this role, you will lead and drive the Optical payload activities along the whole project lifecycle, including preliminary design, specification, procurement, integration, verification, launch and in-orbit operations. You will be actively involved with one or more projects, and provide specific expertise in support to the system engineering team. The successful candidate’s knowledge of space systems, optical missions and payloads will be key for the success of OHB Italia Earth Observation and exploration business.Tasks to be performed:Lead the development, qualification and procurement of challenging optical systems, including electro-optical payloads and other optical cameras (eg.
Navcam)Technical support to procurement of optical systemsConduct trade studies and performance assessments to optimize optical system.Definition of payload I/F and requirements for Earth observation missionsSupport CalVal plan definition and End-to-end mission performance budgets and analysisDevelop test plans and procedures for optical payload testing, including laboratory and environmental testing. xysqume Document design processes, test results, and system specifications to support project documentation and reporting.Support satellite AIT (hands‑on) and verification activitiesParticipation to in orbit commissioning and CalvalStay current with advancements in optical technologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the teamQualificationsStrong knowledge of electrooptical systemsUnderstanding of photonics, optics, opto‑mechanics, imaging techniques, and sensor technologiesExperience with Earth‑observation and optical missionsKnowledge of spacecraft design and I/FExcellent sense of responsibilityStructured hands‑on work‑approachHighly self‑motivated and able to work autonomouslyExcellent problem‑solving skillsGood interpersonal skillsCustomer oriented thinking‑approachUniversity degree (Master/PhD) in Physics, Optics or Aerospace plus relevant proven work experience in industryAssetsPerform optical design simulations and analysis using software tools (e.G., ZEMAX)#J-18808-Ljbffr