Open Cosmos builds satellites and space infrastructure, turns Earth data into AI-ready insights, and delivers secure global connectivity - end-to-end space solutions for governments and industry. Backed by Entrepreneur First.
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Owning the end-to-end development of optical payloads, from requirements and concept definition through design, testing, launch and in-orbit commissioning. Acting as the technical authority for optical payload work packages, ensuring mission performance and delivery.
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At Open Cosmos we are solving the world’s biggest challenges from space, providing businesses, governments and researchers access to more readily available information than ever before - ready for the challenge? Then read on…
We have a need for a number of Optical Systems Engineers to join us and lead the development of optical payloads for Earth observation missions, owning the journey from concept through to launch and in-orbit operations.
This is a role for individuals who like combine deep optical engineering expertise with systems thinking and programme ownership, and who enjoy turning complex ideas into flight-ready space systems.
You will take technical ownership of optical payload developments, working across engineering teams, partners, and suppliers to deliver high-performance missions at speed.
Owning the end-to-end development of optical payloads, from requirements and concept definition through design, testing, launch and in-orbit commissioning.
Acting as the technical authority for optical payload work packages, ensuring mission performance and delivery.
Performing mission analysis and system design for optical Earth observation systems, defining requirements, CONOPS...
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