Optical Systems Engineer

about us

Creotech Instruments S.A. is a Polish manufacturer and integrator of satellites and satellite systems. Using our proprietary HyperSat platform, we design, manufacture, integrate and test satellites, and also support their launch and in-orbit operations. We carry out advanced space programmes, including in the fields of Earth observation for defence and dual-use applications, space situational awareness, and enhancing the resilience of navigation systems. We have our own electronics manufacturing facility and a small satellite integration facility certified by the European Space Agency (ESA). Since 2022, we have been listed on the Main Market of the Warsaw Stock Exchange as the first Polish company in the space technology sector. Join the team that is building Poland’s space capabilities.

what we’re looking for

Creotech Instruments S.A. is seeking an Optical Systems Engineer to support the development of advanced optical instruments and payloads for space applications. In this role, you will contribute to system engineering activities throughout the full project lifecycle, working closely with multidisciplinary teams, customers, and suppliers to deliver high-performance space systems. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge space missions, gain broad exposure to optical system development, and further develop expertise in spaceborne optical technologies. The role can be based in Kraków or Warsaw, Poland, with the option of partial remote work.

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Key Responsibilities:

Independently execute systems engineering activities for optical instruments and payloads throughout the project lifecycle, including requirements definition, system design, implementation, verification, validation, and operational support.
Perform system analyses, trade-off studies, technical assessments, and engineering calculations to support decisions and ensure compliance with project requirements.
Define, manage, and verify system and subsystem requirements while maintaining requirements traceability and preparing technical documentation for project milestones such as PDR, CDR, and TRR.
Support the development and maintenance of technical budgets, including optical performance, SNR, MTF, data volume, and data rate budgets.
Collaborate closely with optics, mechanics, electronics, software, testing, and image processing teams to ensure successful development, integration, and qualification of optical systems.
Participate in integration, verification, validation, and environmental testing campaigns, including activities performed in cleanroom environments.
Support technical coordination of suppliers and subcontractors through participation in technical reviews, documentation assessments, and engineering discussions.
Contribute technical input to proposals, tenders, customer meetings, and business development activities.
Participate in project reviews, technical meetings, workshops, and customer interactions, documenting outcomes and assigned actions where required.
Identify technical risks and issues, proactively communicate concerns, and support the implementation of mitigation actions.
Support continuous improvement initiatives, engineering best practices, and the application of relevant standards such as ECSS.