Electronic & Communication Engineer (m/f/d)

The Mission

Munich-based OroraTech is developing a constellation of nano-satellites with thermal infrared cameras for automated wildfire detection, severe weather warnings and many other applications.

After our FOREST-1 mission (launched in Jan. 2022) and FOREST-2 (launch in June 2023), the next step is to scale the production and launch the first constellation plane of 8 systems and more in the future.

We are looking for talented engineers to support us with the integration and testing of our cameras and spacecraft, putting together structure parts, electronics, PCBs, and optical parts.

They will be joining a very motivated and highly enthusiastic team of experts in the fields of mechanical, optics, electronics, spacecraft, and software engineering.

What you’ll be doing

As an Assembly, Integration, and Testing (AIT) engineer you will :

Play a key role in the integration of all subsystems into a satellite before launching it.

Plan and perform the satellite’s on-ground communication test campaigns.

Prepare integration procedures and documentation.

Electrical (Altium) and Mechanical (SolidWorks) design of support equipment.

Implement and execute test procedures in Software (Python, Bash).

Prototyping using our laboratories.

Cooperate with the other disciplines (mechanical, electrical, software) to improve and scale up the production of payloads and satellites.

Relevant Skills

Technical degree (not a must) or comparable qualification.

Skilled handling of small mechanical parts and electronics.

Highly organized and structured way of working in the laboratories and clean rooms.

Proactive attitude to problem solving while safeguarding high quality standards.

Excellent communication skills, fluent in English, German is a plus

Hand-on experience with HF electronics and communication systems

Experience in electronic design, CAD experience is a plus.

Experience in space tests and qualification standards are a plus.

Our Benefits

Wellpass, MVV ticket

Discount on lunch meals

Company accident insurance for all employees (insurance for accidents during work and leisure time around the world 24 / 7)

We Offer

At OroraTech you can expect a down to earth, yet high-caliber work environment. You will be part of the OroraTech team - a talented, international, open-minded team that is highly motivated to create impact.

OroraTech gives you the opportunity to grow on a professional and personal level. Benefits include :

Be part of the solution to climate change.

Attractive office and lab in Munich (obviously including free snacks / drinks / coffee).

Flexible working time. Take care of your family? Late sleeper? Early riser? Prefer to work from outside from time to time?

We can make all of that happen.

A responsible position with individual autonomy and design freedom.