Senior Optical Systems Engineer job opportunity at ICEYE.

Home Jobs In Poland Tag: Job Senior Optical Systems Engineer position at ICEYE


Date2025-12-09T12:36:36.904Z bot
ICEYE Senior Optical Systems Engineer
Experience: General
Pattern: Full-time
Country:
apply Apply Now
Salary:
Status:

Job

Copy Link Report
degreeGeneral
loacation Warsaw, Poland
loacation Warsaw....Poland

Title: Senior Optical Systems Engineer Location: Warsaw, Poland; Hybrid Reports to: Engineering Manager, Optical System Role Type: Fulltime, Permanent * Employment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO, where required) Who are we? ICEYE is the global leader in synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellite technology, revolutionizing Earth observation with real-time, all-weather, day-and-night imaging. As the owner and operator of the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation, we provide critical insights that empower industries like maritime, disaster management, insurance, and finance to make informed decisions. Headquartered in Finland, with a presence in five international locations, our diverse team of 600+ experts from nearly 60 countries shares a bold mission: to enhance life on Earth by delivering reliable, data-driven solutions. At ICEYE, we foster a culture of curiosity, innovation, and collaboration, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in space technology to solve the world’s toughest challenges. Why Join ICEYE? At ICEYE, we’re not just launching satellites, we’re redefining what’s possible with SAR technology. Join a team of passionate innovators solving real-world challenges and making a tangible impact. We foster a dynamic and inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly matter. With continuous learning opportunities, cutting-edge projects, and collaboration with industry-leading experts, you'll have the chance to grow, innovate, and shape the future of Earth Observation. Profile of the Senior Optical Systems Engineer We are looking for a Senior Optical Systems Engineer experienced in design, simulation, and hands-on work of the high-resolution spaceborne optical systems used for EO/ISR. Ideally, a person who has been involved in designing and building payloads from the ground up: starting from design, simulation, engineering models, lab testing through qualification campaigns to building flight units. Someone who has witnessed the in-orbit commissioning and calibration of the spaceborne electro-optical remote sensing instruments. A person curious and passionate about the optical imaging systems and working on cutting-edge projects. Mission of the Senior Optical Systems Engineer You will be a member of a "tiger team" responsible for the research, architecture, design, simulation, testing and build of the new generation of satellites. The team will bring the design into reality, including commissioning and operations of the imaging instrument, and all phases along the way: testing, qualification, verification and iterating on necessary steps. Expert knowledge of imaging optics and physics related to optical systems design and operations. Familiarity with the key quality metrics for imaging optical systems. Understanding of engineering budgets (e.g. MTF, SNR), their contributors' impact and methods of verification. Familiarity with instrument calibration methods (geometric and radiometric). Proficiency with Zemax for optical systems design, analysis and simulation. Extensive experience in design, simulation, building and testing of the multi-mirror, multi-lens optical systems for imaging applications. Experience in optical systems bring-up, alignment, stabilization and verification methods. Experience in working with the optical laboratory setups: from components selection, through experiment design to results analysis, drawing conclusions and flowing it back to design-test process. Proactive attitude, willingness to work with the team, knowledge sharing, and active participation in creating solutions. Mindset of owning problems and solving them; capability of taking risks and leaning forward when needed. R&D style of learning by doing and iterating on the parts that require improvement. Previous experience with design of optical imaging systems for EO/ISR applications for satellites. Nice-To-Haves Knowledge of the satellite systems and integration of the optical payload with satellite platforms.

Other Ai Matches

Senior Geospatial Analytics Engineer Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Field Security Architect Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Accounts Receivable Specialist Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Senior Fabrication and Integration Technician, Unmanned Aircraft (Composites) Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Unmanned Aircraft (Composites) related tasks
Satellite Mechanical Production Technician Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Senior Radio Frequency Engineer Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Head of Manufacturing, Assembly, Integration and Testing (MAITE) Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Assembly, Integration and Testing (MAITE) related tasks
AIT Engineer Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Facility Security Specialist Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Senior Manufacturing Security Specialist Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Finance Business Partner - Corporate & Operations Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Senior AIT Engineer Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Electrical Harness Design Engineer Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
StratOps Lead - ICEYE Germany Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Release Engineer Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Fullstack Engineer, Product Engineering Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Product Engineering related tasks
Forward Deployed Geospatial Engineer - SAR Intelligence Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Forward Deployed Geospatial Engineer - SAR Intelligence Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
IT Site Engineer - Greece Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Electronics Engineer - Avionics Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Supply Chain Specialist (Mechanics & Structures) Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Forward Deployed Geospatial Engineer - SAR Intelligence Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks
Lead Mechanical Engineer Applicants are expected to have a solid experience in handling Job related tasks