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The role focuses on achieving optimal image quality and geometric precision through camera calibration, optical characterisation, system integration, and performance verification.\nThe ideal candidate will have a strong background in space-quality engineering, hands-on experience with optical or optomechanical assemblies, and a deep understanding of camera models, calibration algorithms, and imaging systems. This position requires strong analytical and mathematical skills, along with the ability to work across mechanical, optical, hardware, and software domains.\nRequirements\nKey Responsibilities\n1. Camera Calibration and Optical Characterisation\nDevelop, implement, and validate calibration algorithms to ensure the accuracy and performance of camera and imaging systems.\nParticipate in pre-flight calibration activities, including geometric, spatial, and radiometric calibration, aberration characterisation, and stray-light testing.\nDevelop new test systems and critical optical components to meet calibration and testing requirements.\nPerform lens characterisation and evaluate optical performance, including Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) measurements.\nAnalyse calibration results to identify performance deviations and recommend corrective actions.\n2. Payload Integration and System Alignment\nLead and support the alignment and integration of optical payloads with spacecraft buses.\nEnsure optical and optomechanical assemblies meet design specifications and system-level performance requirements.\nCollaborate with mechanical, hardware, software, and optical engineering teams to resolve integration challenges.\nSupport commissioning activities and in-flight calibration to maintain imaging accuracy throughout the mission lifecycle.\n3. Calibration Software and Data Analysis\nDevelop and deploy software tools for calibrating and testing imaging systems.\nApply image processing techniques and programming skills to analyse calibration results and improve system performance.\nAnalyse large volumes of engineering and imaging data to support technical decisions and provide guidance to engineering teams.\nUse mathematical models and calibration algorithms to evaluate geometric accuracy, image quality, and system performance.\n4. Quality Assurance and Verification\nAssist the Quality Assurance team in defining milestone-based checks and verification procedures for optical payloads.\nPrepare test plans, procedures, and reports for environmental tests conducted on spacecraft systems.\nSupport the verification of payload performance against design specifications and applicable quality standards.\nEnsure calibration activities and technical documentation meet relevant requirements established by space agencies and industry organisations.\n5. Testing and Continuous Improvement\nWork in optical laboratories and use optical metrology tools to measure and validate system performance.\nTroubleshoot and optimise mechanical, hardware, and software systems to improve calibration accuracy.\nConsider thermal properties, space-qualified materials, and adhesives when evaluating optical and optomechanical assemblies.\nContribute to engineering decisions through rigorous data interpretation, testing, and performance analysis.\nRequired Skills and Qualifications\nBachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related discipline, supported by relevant industry experience.\nMinimum 4 years of experience in space-quality engineering, including hands-on work with optical or optomechanical assemblies.\nStrong understanding of camera technology, imaging systems, camera models, and calibration algorithms.\nExperience in camera calibration, optical design principles, lens characterisation, and image quality evaluation.\nKnowledge of Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) and optical performance measurement techniques.\nStrong analytical and mathematical skills, with the ability to interpret complex engineering data.\nExperience with mechanical, hardware, and software troubleshooting and optimisation.\nAbility to read, interpret, and analyse technical specifications, engineering data, and design documents.\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear technical reports and test documentation.\nMust-Have Skills\nCamera Calibration\nOptical Design\nModulation Transfer Function (MTF)\nGood-to-Have Skills\nOptical Metrology\nLens Characterisation\nSoftware Development\nPreferred Skills and Experience\nExperience working in an optical laboratory and familiarity with optical metrology instruments.\nProgramming experience in C++, MATLAB, or Python for calibration, image processing, and engineering analysis.\nKnowledge of thermal properties, 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