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Satellite Development System Engineer

  • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Aerospace & Robotics, Electrical & Electronic, Telecommunications, Energy, System Integrator
  • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management
  • Tokyo
  • ¥4,500,000～¥12,000,000

We are a global company that has been operating in Japan for over 125 years. It drives cutting-edge innovation across a wide range of fields, including social infrastructure, space defense technology, and public solutions. With approximately 60,000 employees domestically, we are spreading Japanese-originated technologies and innovations to countries around the world.

This organization is responsible for system development and project management, overseeing the development of Earth observation satellites promoted by organizations such as the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and satellites and probes in the field of space science, as well as as satellites and probes. You will be responsible for working as a system engineer overseeing the development of artificial satellites and probes.

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Job Description

  • Responsibilities
    System specification planning based on satellite system requirements analysis
    - System design analysis, other technical studies, and preparation of necessary documents
    - Technical coordination with technical personnel (subsystems, onboard hardware and software)
    - Development planning and management
    - Satellite system test and evaluation
    - Technical support for on-orbit satellite operations
  • Requirements
    ■Chief to be in charge
    Must have one of the following skills and experience (about 3 years)
    - As a mechanical systems engineer, experience in designing complex systems
    e.g., mechanical dynamics, control engineering, vibration engineering, heat transfer engineering in the automotive, defense systems, plant, power, transportation equipment (aircraft, railroad, etc.), and other industries, Experience in mechanical mechanics, control engineering, vibration engineering, heat transfer engineering, layout design, etc.
    ・Skills and experience as an information processing system engineer in the specification study of computers to be installed in hardware products and communication methods inside and outside of products
    e.g.: Those who were in charge of ECUs in the automotive industry
    ・Experience not limited to the above but related to space technology such as satellites and rockets
    Experience in mechanical, thermal, electrical, power, control, communication, propulsion, operational technology, orbital mechanics, satellite control systems, optical/radio sensing, etc. related to the rocket field.

    ■ For Professionals (Section Manager Equivalent)
    Must have one of the following skills and experience (approx. 7 years or more).
    Experience as a mechanical engineer in designing complex systems.
    e.g. Experience in mechanical dynamics, control engineering, vibration engineering, heat transfer engineering, layout design, etc. in industries such as automobiles, defense systems, plants, electric power, transportation equipment (aircraft, railroads, etc.), etc.
    - As an information processing system engineer, experience in hardware Skills and experience in studying the specifications of computers to be installed in products and communication methods inside and outside of products.
    e.g.: Those who were in charge of ECUs in the automotive industry.
    - Experience in space technology such as satellites and rockets not limited to the above.
    e.g.: Mechanical, thermal, electrical and power supply, control, and communication systems related to the field of satellites and rockets, Propulsion, operational technology, orbital mechanics, satellite control systems, optical/radio sensing, etc.
  • Preferred
    ■From Chief to in-charge
    ・Leadership experience of organizing a team of multiple people

    ■From Professional (Section Chief or equivalent)
    ・Management experience in people management, project management, etc.
    ・High communication skills to build good relationships with internal and external parties
    ・Problem solving skills through logical thinking ・Impetence and ability to take initiative and get things done Able to solve problems through logical thinking
    ・Person who takes initiative and has the spirit and energy to get things done.
  • Location
    Tokyo
  • Work Style
    In-office work only, Flex working possible
  • Salary
    ¥4,500,000～¥12,000,000
  • Attractive
    Points
    Japanese company with global opportunities, Listed company, Childcare support system, Weekends and holidays off, Major corporation

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