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

Job description

Are you a seasoned professional in Remote Sensing payload/satellite/system engineering and Remote Sensing payload/satellite/system monitoring programs? Novaspace Technology, a global leading consulting firm in the space sector, is looking for freelance Remote Sensing Payload/Satellite/System Resident Experts to monitor and oversee the design, assembly, integration, and testing (AIT) of satellite Remote Sensing payload/satellite/system. ### 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