Space Systems Engineer at OQ Technology

Leudelange, , Luxembourg -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Space Systems Engineering, Mechanical Design, Electrical Design, Project Management, Satellite Systems, Mission Analysis, Subsystems Specifications, Ground Segment Design, Troubleshooting, Simulation, Regulatory Compliance, Budget Management, Interfacing, Documentation, Risk Management, Customer Interaction

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

With our groundbreaking satellite 5G constellation, OQ Technology is a global leader in the domain of IoT communication connectivity and associated services. We are a venture capital backed company with a successful track record of satellite launches and the first company in the world to disrupt the telecommunication industry by merging cellular 5G with satellites. Our technology will have massive implications to the Oil & Gas, Maritime, Industry 4.0, and Transport segments, particularly for the management and tracking of assets in remote and rural areas and extending 5G coverage through non-terrestrial networks. As our wireless technologies are constantly evolving and winning multiple awards, with funding for next phase secured, and commercial traction demonstrated, we are now looking to on-board a talented Space Systems Engineer. Tasks Elaborate the Operational and Demo Mission Statements in terms of identification and characterization of the mission needs, expected performance, dependability and safety goals and mission operating constraints with respect to the physical and operational environment and develop the first issue of the functional specifications. Maintain the SRD. Analyse the orbital effects on the mission and optimize the final orbits, taking into account practical considerations. Perform detailed mission analyses to define the orbit and constellation. Investigation regarding the launch possibilities Confirm compliancy to regulations, perform mission analysis, produce subsystems budgets and specifications. Define subsystems specifications and basic design Produce system budgets (link budget, mass budget, power budget .. etc.). Manage industry procurement process and define/oversee all the test and integration activities. Design and develop the operations environment Design and specify the ground segment Troubleshoot space and ground tests and anomalies Analysis of the performance of the system and optimizing that. Identifying problems and investigating their cause in the mission and system, and suggesting solutions. Simulation and tests of the mission and system components in lab or software or hardware or other environments. Writing requirements for the platform and ground segment design and development. Design, analysis, development, simulation, and testing of the space segment. Interfacing with the satellite manufacturer, ground segment and earth station operators, customers, research and government institutes. Coordination and planning of the mission and spacecraft procurement. Participation in customer demo campaigns. Interfacing with the telecom and payload system engineers for payload development. Research and development of algorithms for the spacecraft system. Design of interfaces of the system to other simulators. Responsible for writing project proposals, funding documents, contracts or bidding documents for customers Working with external partners, contractors, and research institutes. Proper documentation of all the technology development is a key task of the candidate Regular reporting of the follow-up of tasks. Perform project management tasks and act as the interface with external partners and/or ESA. Manage the risk register. Produce monthly progress reports to partners and/or ESA. Design and implement demo missions and manage the inputs form different platform/launcher/ground suppliers. Manage the procurement of different spacecraft missions. Responsible of overseeing AIT activities, qualification campaign and environmental tests. Requirements Minimum of 1 year of experience with mechanical and/or electrical design of small satellite systems in industry or academia (title depends on seniority level). Experience with mechanical and/or electrical design AIT/AIV process of small satellite systems in industry or academia M.Sc. in Aerospace Engineering or a similar qualification from a recognized institution. Knowledge of ECSS standards. Knowledge of spacecraft operations and related ground systems preferred Experience with CubeSat projects. Demonstrated project management experience. Self-starter who works with a sense of urgency. Ability to adapt to change in an entrepreneurial environment. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Benefits Enjoy a 50% income tax exemption on your salary—an exceptional incentive for top talent relocating to Luxembourg, subject to eligibility conditions.

Responsibilities

The Space Systems Engineer will elaborate mission statements, analyze orbital effects, and optimize satellite constellations. They will also manage procurement processes and oversee testing and integration activities.