Remote Sensing Payload/Satellite/System Resident Experts – Freelance Opportunity

As a Remote Sensing (Synthetic Aperture Radar, SAR, or Electro-Optical, EO) Payload/Satellite/System Resident Expert, you will:

Monitor the day-to-day Remote Sensing payload/satellite/system design, development, integration, and test campaigns, ensuring compliance with specifications and requirements at manufacturer’s sites

Provide technical oversight, identifying potential issues early and maintaining a strong focus on schedule adherence.

Prepare and participate in critical design, manufacturing, and testing review meetings, including in-orbit test and Calibration/Validation (Cal/Val) campaigns.

Collaborate with our customer’s Program Management Office and maintain clear communication with all stakeholders.

Deliver timely progress reports to keep the team informed and aligned on Remote Sensing payload development activities.

Desired skills & experience

A master’s degree in telecommunications, Radio Frequency, Remote Sensing Instruments, Satellite and Systems (Synthetic Aperture Radar, SAR, or Electro-Optical, EO), aerospace or equivalent.

15+ years of experience in Remote Sensing (SAR or EO) payload/satellite/system engineering, including AIT and Cal/Val campaigns. The mandatory need is Remote Sensing instrument expertise, but being complemented with satellite and system expertise will be considered as an asset

Excellent communication and reporting skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Proven leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.

Location

Manufacturer facilities in Europe, with potential assignments to relevant sites as required.

Contract Type

Freelance, project-based