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Job description
Loft Orbital is hiring a Satellite Systems Engineer — a full-time, based in Abu Dhabi role. Apply directly on Loft Orbital's careers page below.
Satellite Systems Engineer
Team: Mission & Program Engineering
Location: Abu Dhabi
Workplace Type: onsite
About this Role:
- Work with customers to develop and manage system requirements and verification techniques, and flow down to software or hardware teams.
- Develop, in collaboration with team members, interface specifications and derive overall satellite architecture and design.
- Work with product and sub-systems engineers to develop and maintain technical budgets for spacecraft performance.
- Work with flight operations to develop mission CONOPS, supporting the development of Service Level Agreements with Loft's customers.
- Assist with program management and product management, including interfacing with customers on programmatic and scheduling matters.
- Support test procedures, and participate in the integration, test campaign, launch and in-orbit commissioning.
Must Haves:
- You have 10 years or more demonstrated experience as a spacecraft / satellite systems engineer, or equivalent experience in at least two different subsystems (ADCS, Mechanical, Thermal, Power, Avionics, …).
- You have experience in satellite assembly, integration and test campaigns from a systems perspective and/or in spacecraft delivery to orbit.
- You challenge norms in aerospace engineering and testing activities and are experienced in fast-paced development environment.
- You handle pressure positively and are always ready to get hands-on.
- You have strong communication and organizational skills.
Nice to Haves:
- Experience working on small sats (less than 500kg).
- Experience in Electrical sub-systems.
- Proficient with STK.
- Knowledge of Python.
- International experience.
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Frequently asked questions
What skills are required for Satellite Systems Engineer at Loft Orbital?
The required skills for Satellite Systems Engineer at Loft Orbital include: Mechanical Engineering, Assembly, Python.
What is the seniority level for Satellite Systems Engineer at Loft Orbital?
Satellite Systems Engineer at Loft Orbital is a Senior / Staff level position.
How do I apply for Satellite Systems Engineer at Loft Orbital?
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