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Join the forefront of space exploration as an Optoelectronics Engineer with the European Space Agency
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Salary
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Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary: The European Space Agency (ESA) is a beacon of innovation and diversity, dedicated to exploring the cosmos and enhancing technological prowess. As a hub of international collaboration, ESA offers a unique environment that fosters inclusive growth and celebrates a diverse workforce. Working at ESA means contributing to some of the most cutting-edge projects in space technology and secure communications, making it a thrilling place for ambitious engineers looking to make a tangible impact in the field of optoelectronics.
- Role Summary:
- Provide functional support to ESA projects, focusing on optoelectronic device technologies.
- Engage in R&D for photonic component subsystems and active optical instruments.
- Work closely with the Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications on optical communications projects.
- Play a pivotal role in major initiatives such as ARTES, ScyLight, and the HydRON project.
- Role Requirements:
- A master's degree in optoelectronic engineering or physics is essential.
- Preference for candidates with a PhD.
- At least five years of experience in optoelectronics engineering.
- Experience in optical space communications or feeder links is crucial.
- Benefits:
- The position is a non-renewable four-year contract.
- Salary classification A2-A4 on the Coordinated Organisations’ scale.
- Application Process Details:
- ESA is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from women and all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
- Proficiency in English or French is required; additional language skills are an asset.
The European Space Agency is an exciting organisation committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We are currently seeking an Optoelectronics Engineer in the Optoelectronics Section, Mechatronics and Optics Division, Mechanical Department, Directorate of Technology, Engineering and Quality.
The Role: As an Optoelectronics Engineer, you will provide functional support to ESA projects and carry out technological research and development (R&D) in the field of optoelectronic device technologies and applications. You will be responsible for the specification, development and characterisation of photonic component subsystems and active optical instruments. Your first assignment will be to support projects in the Directorate of Connectivity and Secure Communications in the field of optical communications in ARTES, the European constellation of satellites for the secure connectivity programme, and the Optical Communications Strategic Programme Line (ScyLight), for example HydRON.
Job Requirements: A master’s in optoelectronic engineering or physics is required. Preference will be given to applicants with a PhD. At least five years of experience in optoelectronics engineering is required. Experience in optical space communications or feeder links is also necessary.
Benefits: This is a non-renewable post for a limited duration of four years and is classified A2-A4 on the Coordinated Organisations’ salary scale.
Application Details: We welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.
