Satellite Laser Ranging Engineer
Slough/London
Satellite Laser Ranging /
Hybrid
Lumi Space is empowering the future prosperity of earth - making space scalable and sustainable using ground-based laser systems. We work with global companies and institutions to build products and services to precisely track satellites and remove the dangers of space debris. We're looking for a highly motivated and talented engineer to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in building the next generation of Satellite Laser Ranging ground stations.
What You'll Be Doing
- Modelling the performance of SLR and SDLR systems.
- Developing novel SLR & SDLR systems.
- Developing novel techniques for processing laser ranging data.
- Assisting in deployment and testing to validate performance.
- Perform laser safety risk assessment.
What We're Looking For
- Demonstrated experience of designing, building and operating SLR stations, or comparable LiDAR systems.
- Proactive and self motivated.
- Right to work in UK.
- Propagation of laser beams through turbulent media.
- Signal processing techniques used in LiDAR systems.
- High precision timing systems.
- Python for device control and data analysis.
- Linux.
- Astronomy equipment and techniques.
Demonstrated familiarity with the following is highly desirable:
Why Join Us?
- Be part of something groundbreaking: Help us build the future of the space industry.
- Grow with us: We offer ample opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Competitive salary and equity options: We recognise and reward talent.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment: We foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and teamwork.
- Make a real impact: Your contributions will directly shape our product and company success.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology: Use your skills on meaningful, challenging and complex projects.
Please note: For this role we are unable to sponsor visa applications and you must have the right to work in the UK to apply.
Lumi is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.
