Job Type
Mechanical design engineer for satellite optical systems
Work Detail
We develop payload equipment and satellites for the Space Debris Removal Project, which uses lasers to remotely control the attitude and orbit of space objects (debris), and the Satellite LiDAR Project, which uses lasers from satellites to observe the Earth's surface.
We are looking for a mechanical design engineer for lasers and optical systems, which are key components of the Mission Department.
Specific job duties are as follows:
- Design, evaluation, verification, and testing of laser oscillator housing structure that can withstand launch and space environment (mechanical environment test, thermal vacuum test, etc.)
- Design, evaluation, verification, and testing of optical component holding mechanism/structure that can withstand launch and space environment (mechanical environment test, thermal environment test, etc.)
- Design and verify heat exhaust/insulation structure and system together with thermal design engineers
- Development support for instrumentation system (wiring, etc.)
- Design and development work for jigs related to assembly, evaluation testing, and launch preparation of mission parts including lasers
Note: We welcome those who want to gain experience in laser development or want to master it through consultation with support from engineers with over 20 years of experience in laser development. In addition, work specific to the space field (thermal control systems, environmental testing, etc.) that is not required for ground equipment development will be carried out with the support of engineers with over 30 years of satellite development experience, so no experience is required.
Ideal Profile
- Master's or doctoral degree in engineering or science (including those who are planning to obtain a doctorate)
- Practical experience with 2D CAD and 3D CAD (SolidWorks, etc.)
- Basic knowledge of material mechanics and structural mechanics
Others with any of the following experience or knowledge are preferred
- Basic knowledge and experience of lasers
- Basic knowledge of heat transfer engineering
- Experience in laser device development
- Experience in laser optical precision machine design
- Experience in mechanical design of optical, electrical, and thermal components
- Experience in thermal, structural, and vibration analysis (FEM)
- Experience in the space industry
- Passion for new technology development: Interested in laser and optical technology, able to challenge unknown phenomena and persistently pursue solutions.
- Customer-oriented technological innovation: Able to challenge new technologies to realize customer value, quickly respond to development challenges, and committed to producing results.
- Analytical ability and prioritization: Able to logically analyze issues, prioritize them after considering the effectiveness and feasibility of measures, and take action.
- Information gathering and analytical ability: Someone who is sensitive to market and academic trends, and can proactively collect and analyze information and utilize knowledge.
- Collaborative and communication skills: Someone who can work with a team and customers, communicate smoothly, and enjoy solving problems.
What we especially look for in a PhD or postdoctoral fellow
We expect those who have obtained a doctorate or are planning to obtain a doctorate to be involved in development as "immediate assets" based on their expertise and the experience they have gained through the research process.
