Laser / Optical Engineer

Job Description:

Mission of the Job

Working with Optical Technologies team, the role includes project execution, industrial activities and R&D studies. Hence, in perspective, continuous improvement and self-discipline are requested

Reports to HO Engineering

Main activities

As part of a team working on lasers and optical communications for space applications, the target primary tasks and activities will include:

• Supporting system test validation and requirement verification of optical communications system and subsystems;
• Supporting the definition of critical technologies development for optical communication systems
• Optical test campaign organization and conduction
• Optical AIT: execution, documentation preparation (AIT Plan / procedures, test flow , test procedures);
• Definition of specifications and ground tests;
• Analysis of optical / laser instrument data products, detection of events and anomalies;
• Definition of optical instrument in-orbit operations, preparation of command sequences;
• Evaluation of optical alignment from optical / laser-beam shape images, performance recovery procedures;
• Test data processing and optical performance assessment
• Definition and implementation of development plan, including monitoring of workshops, suppliers, preparation of purchase orders;
• Contribution to the preparation of proposals for industrial and R&D activities;
• Preparation of technical reports, program reviews documentation and execution of oral presentations towards national and international customers;
• Interface and management of subcontractors or suppliers;
• Interface with customers (meetings, RIDs, etc);
• Technical management of projects and studies

Education/Training:

• Master’s Degree in Electronic or Telecommunication Engineering with focus in optoelectronics and lasers;

Experience:

• Required: Experience (> 5 years) in laser systems, preferably for space
• Extensive competence in optical systems (preferably optical telecommunication systems)
• Background in free space optical design
• Competence in optical simulation (e.g. Matlab, optical modeling tool, optical communication tools)
• Competence in lasers (preferably for space)
• Knowledge of Integrated Optical

Tool or product requirements:

• Ability to generate innovative solutions and propose them;
• Pragmatic and product/results oriented approach;
• Familiarity with design and technological aspects specific to the development of optical components for space applications;
• Familiarity with ESA procedures and space products development standards;
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Basic knowledge of standard Project Management techniques and tools is considered a strong asset.

Languages:

• English (fluent in technical and non-technical, written and spoken);
• Italian (intermediate in technical and non-technical, written and spoken).

Behaviours:

• Highly motivated in development activities;
• Methodical approach to work;
• Ability to work autonomously and set priorities;
• Ability to work well under pressure;
• Team player;
• Commitment to assigned tasks and schedule;
• Willing to propose solutions, spirit of innovation;
• Availability to travel to Italy and abroad.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

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