Systems Engineer – Optical Payload

Job Title: Systems Engineer – Optical Payload
Location: Toulouse, France (Hybrid)
Full-Time, Permanent

Our client is an innovative New Space company based in Toulouse, France, focused on developing cutting-edge space technologies and optical payloads for space applications.

We are seeking a Systems Engineer with a background in Optical Payloads to join their team.
What You’ll Do:

• Lead optical payload system design and development, from early prototypes to space qualification.
• Serve as the primary liaison between our team and external manufacturers, integrators, and suppliers.
• Conduct trade studies and system performance analyses to optimize the optical payload.
• Define and manage technical requirements to meet stringent space-grade standards.
• Work closely with mission architects, thermal engineers, and AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) teams.
• Support environmental testing, calibration, and validation processes.
• Contribute to risk assessment, failure mode analysis, and mission success strategies.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong background in Optical Design & Engineering, with experience in space-based optical payloads.
• Systems Engineering experience, particularly in managing external partnerships for payload development.
• Proficiency with optical design tools (e.g., Zemax, Code V, COMSOL, or MATLAB).
• Experience working on projects involving Optical Payload Engineering from Proto-type to launch.
• Solid understanding of space environment constraints, including radiation, thermal, and mechanical factors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with adaptability to evolving project needs.
• Excellent communication skills in English (French is a plus).

Why join the team?

• Work on groundbreaking optical payload technology with real-world impact in the space industry.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled and dynamic team in Europe’s space hub.
• Gain exposure to a broad network of industry-leading suppliers and partners.
• Competitive salary and professional growth opportunities.

If you’re excited about optical design, systems engineering, and space technology, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today: angela.olmo@newspacetechnical.com