At a Glance
- Tasks: Design ultra-high opto-mechanical systems for space applications and support satellite payloads.
- Company: AMOS, a leader in space engineering based in Liège.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to work on groundbreaking projects.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to mentor junior engineers.
- Why this job: Join a team making a real impact in Earth observation technology.
- Qualifications: Master’s degree in engineering and 8+ years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 98550 - 120450 $ per year.
Design ultra-high opto-mechanical systems in Liège with AMOS, focusing on precision assemblies, materials, and environmental performance for space applications. As a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer, you will support AMOS’s Very High Resolution payloads for Earth observation satellites. You will analyse requirements, design assemblies, select materials and components, and support STOP analyses. The role covers manufacturing follow-up, alignment, integration, validation, and technical documentation. You will work within the Mechanical Design division and serve as the opto-mechanical reference for the VHR team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyse opto-mechanical requirements throughout the design process
- Design mirror mounts, flexures, structures, baffles, and mechanisms
- Select materials and components for precision space assemblies
- Support integration, alignment, validation, and environmental test campaigns
- Review junior engineers’ designs and share design rules
Requirements:
- Master’s degree in relevant engineering or equivalent
- At least eight years’ opto-mechanical or precision design experience
- Required space-field experience; optical instrument experience strongly valued
- Knowledge of CATIA V5 or Nx and FEM
- English proficiency at minimum B1 level
Apply your space engineering, precision design, and opto-mechanical expertise to AMOS VHR payload development in Liège.
Senior Space Opto-Mechanical Engineer employer: Aerospacelab
AMOS is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant city of Liège, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among engineers. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, AMOS provides opportunities for professional development and mentorship, ensuring that you can advance your career while contributing to cutting-edge space applications. Join us to be part of a team that values precision, creativity, and the pursuit of excellence in the field of opto-mechanical engineering.
