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The Focal Plane Systems Engineer will lead the full life cycle of focal plane systems for earth observation instruments, from feasibility studies through hardware integration and characterization. The role involves defining system architectures and interfaces, developing test logic, performing multidisciplinary design trade-offs, coordinating performance analyses, overseeing subcontractors, maintaining technical documentation, conducting electro-optical characterization, advancing detector technologies, and supporting customer discussions. The position requires a physics or electronics degree, preferably a PhD, multidisciplinary engineering coordination experience, strong analytical and communication skills, English fluency, and German proficiency over the medium term.
