Junior Systems Engineer

Simera Sense is fast becoming a leading mid to high-resolution earth observation camera supplier for CubeSats and small satellites. Our optical payload products aim to offer complete space imaging solutions for small satellites with plans to expand. We are a fast-growing, dynamic team of enthusiastic engineers that supplies space and satellite companies from around the globe. Our company is based in Somerset West, close to all amenities and diverse natural beauty, providing great lifestyle options.

Job Purpose:

Develop, implement, and monitor the engineering process from User Requirements down to Component Technical Requirements for Simera Sense’s cameras, including hardware and software.

Key Performance Areas and Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing, maintaining, implementing, and monitoring requirements throughout the development lifecycle of a product.
• Assist in setting up and maintaining the Verification Control Document exports for the various development projects.
• Assist the Systems Engineering team in developing, maintaining, and implementing various verification and validation procedures and policies.
• Assist in planning and managing the technical development process and monitoring technical performance.
• Lead technical reviews and ensure that the formal system engineering process is followed.
• Be the technical interface to customers for assigned projects.
• Coordinate and participate in system integration and test activities to achieve a system qualification.

Required Qualifications:

• B Engineering Degree or similar tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Electronic Engineering

Required Experience:

• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a system engineering role in a high-tech product development environment.
• Developing User Requirement Specification documents from stakeholders
• Developing System Requirements from user needs.
• Identifying verification methods to address the relevant requirements.
• Should have excellent communication, interpersonal, project management, and governance skills.
• Adept at system analysis, problem-solving, and conflict resolution since they work with various departments and shareholders who may have different goals for a project.
• Experience in teamwork applied in a technical project environment.

Recommendations:

• Knowledge of the development environment in the space industry as it pertains to developing systems and sub-systems will be beneficial.

Required Competencies:

The following technical competencies are required for the role:

• Solid understanding of Hardware Product Development methodologies and flow.
• Development of system requirements from user needs.
• Ability to analyse changes and their effect on a qualified product baseline.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to work in the fast-growing space industry.
• Niche global market for optical payloads for microsatellites.
• Cutting-edge technology at your fingertips
• A competitive salary
• A friendly working environment.