Founded in 2018, Aerospacelab is an emerging figure in the aerospace sector, showcasing a remarkable achievement of 8 satellites successfully deployed in orbit. We pride ourselves on our dedication to vertical integration and TRL-9 implementation, solidifying our commitment to driving innovation in the space industry.

With our operations strategically placed in various locations, including the US, Aerospacelab remains steadfast in its mission to deliver pioneering solutions for our diverse customer community. Aerospacelab recently broke ground on its Megafactory, the world’s third largest satellite manufacturing facility, scheduled to begin operations in 2026.

Role Overview

• Research and innovate in the development of space-to-ground and space-to-space laser communication links
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the entire communication link and its challenges regarding high speed data and analog/digital processing
• Conduct in-depth analysis and implement necessary adjustments to improve overall performance
• Develop comprehensive test plans for validating improvements in the link setup
• Proactively identify and address any issues that arise during research and test phases whether optics or baseband related
• Share your expertise to contribute collaboratively, applying research findings to practical applications

Nice to have

• Experience with optical communication links or optical/photonic devices
• Experience with FPGA development
• Experience with high frequency circuit design

Must have

• MSc or PhD in electrical engineering, communications technology, optics, or other relevant disciplines
• Already had 1st experience in similar position
• Solid knowledge of telecommunications systems
• Understanding of the challenges of high speed communications links
• Skillful in digital signal processing, electrical engineering, data acquisition
• Experience with lab work and system level testing methodologies
• Ability to diagnose and debug test setups
• Strong interest in gaining understanding of optical communication links
• Excellent verbal and written skills to interact with the project members and teams of different expertise
• Fluent in English

joining us

• Build your own career path
• Direct impact on the growth trajectory of the company
• Flat hierarchy
• Fast-paced environment
• Flexible ways of working
• Salary package consistent with your experience

What we offer Build your own career path Direct impact on the growth of the company Flat hierarchy Fast-paced environment Flexible ways of working Salary package consistent with your experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Research and innovate in the development of space-to-ground and space-to-space laser communication links

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the entire communication link and its challenges regarding high speed data and analog/digital processing

• Conduct in-depth analysis and implement necessary adjustments to improve overall performance

• Develop comprehensive test plans for validating improvements in the link setup

• Proactively identify and address any issues that arise during research and test phases whether optics or baseband related

• Share your expertise to contribute collaboratively, applying research findings to practical applications

Required Qualifications:

• MSc or PhD in electrical engineering, communications technology, optics, or other relevant disciplines

• Already had 1st experience in similar position

• Solid knowledge of telecommunications systems

• Understanding of the challenges of high speed communications links

• Experience with lab work and system level testing methodologies

• Ability to diagnose and debug test setups

• Strong interest in gaining understanding of optical communication links

• Excellent verbal and written skills to interact with the project members and teams of different expertise

• Fluent in English

Required Skills & Technologies:

• digital signal processing

• electrical engineering

• data acquisition

• optical communication links

• optical/photonic devices

• FPGA development

• high frequency circuit design

Benefits & Perks:

• Build your own career path

• Direct impact on the growth trajectory of the company

• Flat hierarchy

• Fast-paced environment

• Flexible ways of working

Additional Information:

• Department: FSOC