Test/Electrical Engineer for Space Instrumentation (ESA JUICE/NIM)

About the Institution

The Space Research and Planetary Sciences Division at the University of Bern has been a leader in space research for over 50 years. Since its pioneering experiment on the Moon during the Apollo 11 mission, the division has been involved in numerous high-profile missions with prestigious space agencies, including ESA, NASA, and JAXA.

Opportunity Overview

Join a dynamic team that is actively working on the ground reference model of the Neutral and Ion Mass spectrometer (NIM), part of ESA's JUICE (Jupiter ICy moons Explorer) mission. This role offers a unique chance to directly contribute to engineering, testing, and scientific support for one of Europe’s premier planetary science initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct calibrations and tests of the instrument under various operational conditions.
• Lead diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair of hardware and system issues.
• Characterize and optimize critical components and subsystems.
• Participate in the development and validation of operation and software tools.
• Assist in investigating in-flight issues and support related analysis.
• Maintain and improve technical documentation, including design and operations manuals.
• Manage inventory and procurement activities for hardware.

Requirements

• A higher education degree (ETH, Uni, FH) in engineering, physics, or a related technical field.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation and electronic diagnostics.
• Proficiency in coding in Python and/or C++ or similar.
• A motivated, hands-on, and collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Proficient written English skills required; basic knowledge of German is desirable.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and collaborative environment at one of Europe's leading space research institutes.
• Involvement in a high-profile international space mission (ESA's JUICE mission).
• Opportunities to grow technical and scientific expertise in a cutting-edge laboratory.
• Highly interdisciplinary work environment encompassing mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and software engineering.
• Flexible working arrangements and support for professional development.

Your Benefits

• International reputation.
• Team-oriented work.
• Central location in the heart of Bern.
• Strong research infrastructure and international network.

Working Environment

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