Test/Electrical Engineer for Space Instrumentation (ESA JUICE/NIM)
80- 100 %
The Space Research and Planetary Sciences Division (WP) at the University of Bern has been at the forefront of space research for over 50 years. Since conducting its first experiment on the Moon as part of the Apollo 11 mission, the division has participated in numerous missions led by major space agencies such as ESA, NASA, and JAXA.
The Space Research and Planetary Sciences Division at the University of Bern is seeking a skilled and motivated Test or Electrical Engineer to support ongoing work with the flight spare model of NIM (Neutral and Ion Mass spectrometer), part of ESA's JUICE (JUpiter ICy moons Explorer) mission. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to the engineering, testing, and scientific support of one of Europe's premier planetary science missions.
- Supporting calibration and testing of the instrument under various operational conditions
- Assisting in the diagnosis, troubleshooting, and repair of hardware and system issues
- Contributing to the characterization and optimization of critical components and subsystems
- Participating in the development and validation of operation and software tools
- Helping investigate inflight issues and support related analysis
- Maintaining and improving technical documentation, including design and operations manuals
- Managing inventory and procurement activities for hardware
- 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 (team player)
- Proficient written English skills required; basic knowledge of German is desirable.
- A dynamic and collaborative environment at one of Europe's leading space research institutes
- Involvement in a high-profile international mission (ESA's JUICE mission)
- Opportunities to grow technical and scientific expertise in a cutting-edge laboratory
- Highly interdisciplinary work environment (including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and software engineering)
- Flexible working arrangements and support for professional development
- Employment conditions in accordance with cantonal and university regulations
Duration of employment: one year with possibility of extension.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
