【Microsatellite】Optical Engineer

Embedded Software | Signal Processing | Simulation, Numerical Analysis | Mechanical Design, Mass Prod. Design | Automotive, Manufacturer | Space

Location	Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Company	Building earth-observation platform by microsatellite constellation. Propose solutions based on microsatellite data. Design and production of microsatellites and related components. Launch arrangements and operational support. Establishment: 2008 Capital: 8,050 Million JPY
Job Description	As an Optical Engineer, you will be responsible for the development of satellite missions. Your mission will encompass investigation of new optical missions, development of on-ground test equipment, and image simulation. ・Defining specifications for future missions ・Selection of various optical components and evaluation of their performance under various conditions ・Coordinate and prepare documentation for optical manufacturers ・Development of ground imaging test system including optics and programming ・Assistance with calibration and troubleshooting during initial post-launch operations ・Collaboration with various departments (hardware engineers, image analysis engineers, business team) for specification review and image quality optimization ・Development of a tool for image simulation ・Image simulation during design and evaluation phases ・Investigation of new technologies for next-generation small satellites ・Research and development of image quality improvement through hardware and software approach Assembly of mission components and participation in various tests
Requirement	【Mandatory】 ・Bachelor's degree or higher in science or engineering ・Knowledge of geometric optics ・Ability to define optical parameters from requirements ・Experience in optical design or analysis using wavefront aberrations ・Experience in image processing ・Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders on projects ・Business level Japanese ・Technical communication skill in English 【Favorable】 ・Knowledge and experience in structural thermal optical performance (STOP) analysis ・Experience in designing optical test equipment ・Experience in conducting environmental tests (heat, vibration, radiation, etc.) ・Knowledge of various image sensors ・Knowledge of UV and IR imaging system ・Knowledge of remote sensing ・Knowledge of image simulation or Physically Based Rendering(PBR) ・Prototyping of optical systems using optical bench ・Experience with optical design software (sequential and non-sequential) such as CODE V, Zemax, LightTools, etc. ・Experience in data analysis using statistics or machine learning ・GUI (Graphical User Interface) application development ・Business level English
English Level	Mandatory - ability for technical communication Favorable - business level English
Japanese Level	Mandatory - business level
Employment Type	Permanent

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