Luxembourgish National Graduate Trainee in Opto-Electronics and Quantum Engineering
The European Space Agency (ESA)
Luxembourgish National Graduate Trainee in Opto-Electronics and Quantum Engineering
Samenvatting
Wat krijg je?
Wat ga je doen?
- Ontwikkel simulatietools voor optische communicatiesystemen
- Ontwikkel testbeds voor geavanceerde opto-elektronica
- Integreer en stel laserinstallaties in
- Assembleer opto-elektronische testbanken voor sensorkarakterisering
- Kalibreer en valideer Lidar-terminals
Wat verwachten wij?
- Master degree in physics or relevant engineering discipline
- General knowledge of the space sector
- Eligible for European or US export control access
- Resident of Luxembourg with ESA member nationality
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The ESA National Graduate Trainee Programme offers a unique entry point into the space sector, specifically within the Optoelectronics Section at ESTEC. You will contribute to high-stakes projects involving quantum communication, lidar terminals, and advanced laser systems. This role provides hands-on experience in cutting-edge laboratory environments alongside a multicultural team of experts. Ready to launch your career among the stars? Explore this stellar opportunity now.
The ESA National Graduate Trainee (NGT) Programmes offer recent Master’s graduates the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience at ESA across a range of space-related disciplines. The programmes are essentially similar to ESA’s own Graduate Trainee Programme, notably in offering the same employment conditions. They however differ in one important respect: each NGT Programme is funded by an individual ESA Member State or Associate Member under a bilateral partnership agreement concluded with ESA.
As a result, a representative of the sponsoring State participates in the selection process. In addition to assessing candidates against the requirements of the position, the selection may also include an evaluation of their background and knowledge of the space policies and related activities of the sponsoring State.
Location
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands
The Optoelectronics Section provides functional support to ESA projects and carries out technological research and development (R&D) in the field of optoelectronic device technologies and applications. In particular, the Optoelectronics Section deals with the specification, development and characterisation of photonic component subsystems and active optical instruments, such as detectors and lasers operating in the UV to FIR wavelength ranges, fibre-optic sensors, lidars, optical communication systems and quantum technologies. Our team is staffed with around 25 engineers supporting all ESA projects and offers a unique opportunity to contribute on the challenges related to optoelectronic technologies required for ESA missions, spacecraft, instruments and equipment. In addition, we develop laboratory test setups and simulation tools in the areas of imaging detectors, optical communication and quantum communication.
You are encouraged to visit the ESA website:
As a National Graduate Trainee, depending on the your interests, technical competences and project constraints, you will have the opportunity to support one or more of these developments:
- Development of simulation tools for optical or quantum communications systems
- Testbed development of advanced spaceborne optoelectronic applications (for optical or quantum communication, optical detectors and/or lasers)
- Integration and commissioning of upgraded laser induced contamination characterization setup
- Assembly and commissioning of an optoelectronics test bench for the characterization of scientific digital CMOS image sensors
- Calibrate and validate Lidar terminals for Guidance Navigation and Control and In-Orbit Servicing applications
Result Orientation
Operational Efficiency
Fostering Cooperation
Relationship Management
Continuous Improvement
Forward Thinking
For more information, please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook
You should have recently completed or be in the final year of your master’s degree in physics or a relevant engineering discipline.
Knowledge and background in working with optical laboratory setups (including lasers, detectors, free-space or fibre-based optics), real-time data acquisition or experience in programming and modelling (e.g. Python, MATLAB and LabView) or CAD would be an asset.
You should have good interpersonal and communication skills and should be able to work in a multicultural environment, both independently and as part of a team. Previous experience of working in international teams can be considered an asset. Your motivation, overall professional perspective and career goals will also be explored during the later stages of the selection process.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness
ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics.
At the Agency we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further, please contact us via email at via de button "Solliciteer nu" op deze pagina..
Important Information and Disclaimer
Applicants must be eligible to access information, technology, and hardware which is subject to European or US export control and sanctions regulations.
During the recruitment process, the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally, successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, which will be conducted by an external background screening service, in compliance with the European Space Agency's security procedures.
The information published on ESA’s careers website regarding working conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.
Nationality and Languages
Please note that applications can only be considered from nationals of or permanent residents of Luxembourg with the nationality of an ESA Member State, Associate Member or Cooperating State.
The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.
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