Space Instrument System Engineer

BERTIN TECHNOLOGIES is a European industrial group that designs and manufactures measurement, observation and detection components, equipment and systems for critical and scientific applications. Bertin Technologies has played a decisive role in the JWST, EUCLID, MARS CURIOSITY, ESO-VLT, LMJ, ... And we continue our commitment to excellence through our crucial contributions to ITER, ESO-ELT, space laser communications, and earth observation constellations.

Our mission: to respond to the challenges facing our world, and to participate in the collective effort to create a sustainable industry and European sovereignty for our nations, through the security of people and nations, the protection of the environment, the securing of low-carbon energy production, and the enhancement of scientific knowledge.

As a major player in innovation, Bertin Technologies invites you to take part in a technological adventure that began in 1956. You'll be able to express your skills and personality within a flexible, dynamic and ambitious structure that values people and associates them with the company's success. Whatever your expertise, you'll find a stimulating working environment that strives for excellence!

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Are you up for a challenge? Are you a self-starter with a passion for people? Would you like to join an innovative, agile company and contribute to its sustained growth?

Currently experiencing strong strategic growth, the company is accelerating its development in the space sector. While consolidating our historical positioning on high-performance institutional missions (ESA, CNES), we are deploying a strong ambition in the New Space market to address constellation and commercial needs.

Within our Space & New Space Business Line, you will join a dynamic team developing embedded optical payloads (including our SPEO product line) as well as complex Optical Ground Support Equipment (OGSE) for integration and calibration.

Reporting to the Technical Directorate, you will act as the Design Authority for the development of complex systems, ranging from flight instruments to high-precision OGSE.

As a System Engineer, you guarantee the global technical coherence from the definition phase up to the final delivery. Acting as a true technical "conductor," you ensure the functional management of the architect teams and drive the necessary trade-offs to guarantee final performance.

Your main responsabilities will be as follows :

Architecture & Design:

• Translate scientific/customer needs into technical specifications for Flight Models or Complex OGSE.

• Define the system architecture and its sub-systems (Optics, Detection, Mechanics, Thermal, Electronics, Software).

• Define and manage interfaces (Satellite/Platform for instruments, or Instrument/Test Bench for OGSE).

Performance & Margin Management:

• Drive "Trade-offs": Lead complex technical arbitrations to optimize the performance/constraint ratio (SWaP for Flight, Stability/Accuracy for OGSE).

• Manage Technical Budgets: Supervise the specialty architects responsible for their respective budgets, while consolidating the global performance budget (MTF, WFE, Radiometry, Pointing).

• Manage technical margins and associated risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Technical Coordination:

• Ensure the functional management of architects and technical specialists.

• Guarantee the coherence of internal interfaces.

• Prepare and lead major technical reviews (PDR, CDR) with clients (Agencies, Primes, New Space players).

Integration, Verification & Validation (IVV):

• Define the IVV strategy and the definition of necessary OGSE/EGSE.

• Supervise test campaigns (optical performance, thermal vacuum, vibrations).

• Analyze results, handle non-conformities (NCRs), and pronounce the final qualification.

Position based in: Aix-en-Provence (France - 13).

Hybrid / Toulouse Option: The position is also open to candidates based in Toulouse (France - 31). Bertin Technologies will provide office space in Toulouse. Regular presence at our Aix-en-Provence headquarters is required (one week per month).

With an Engineering Degree (Master’s) or PhD, you have significant experience (minimum 5 years) in system engineering within the Space sector.

Proficiency in Space standards (ECSS) is a strenght of yours ?

You have a strong multi-physics background: Optics, Detection, Mechanics, Thermal, and Electronics ?

Your knowledge of OGSE development and optical metrology is a strong asset ?

You have proven ability to federally lead and functionally manage experts/architects ?

Then don't hesitate and apply to join a rapidly expanding group!

WHY JOIN US? WHAT WE OFFER

A rich, constantly evolving environment, a community of enthusiasts evolving in a culture of information sharing.

More than 90% of our employees appreciate their work and their missions, the autonomy they are granted on a daily basis and the team spirit that reigns within the company (Internal satisfaction survey 2023).

Our benefits:

• Work-life balance: flexible working hours, telecommuting up to 2 days a week if eligible

• Independent access to in-house training and a personal development tool

• Numerous activities/subsidies with our CSE

• Advantageous company mutual insurance and provident scheme

• Incentive bonus based on group results and security

Whatever your profile and career objectives, you'll find a stimulating working environment focused on excellence!

👉 Apply now and be part of the journey!