Payload System Engineer (m/f/d)

The Mission
Munich-based OroraTech is developing a constellation of nano-satellites with thermal infrared cameras as payload for automated wildfire detection, severe weather warnings and many other applications, as well as its own microsatellite platform for in-house and customer missions. After our first three Missions FOREST-1-3, as well as our first full orbital plane of eight satellites OTC-P1 (Launch End of March 2025), we currently work towards the second orbital plane, which includes four satellites built and operated completely in-house under the Hellenic Fire-Satellite Program from the European Space Agency. 

About your Role

We are seeking a technically strong and systems-oriented Payload Specialist to own the knowledge and performance understanding of our spaceborne payloads. This is a central role in the engineering team, you are the go-to expert on payload design, guiding current and future missions with a deep understanding of our system and how it interacts with the satellite platform.

You’ll work closely with the Head of Payload Engineering, mission teams, and external partners to ensure every decision aligns with technical requirements and long-term goals.

What you’ll be doing

• Primary knowledge holder:  Own a deep, system-level understanding of the payload design and its performance envelope across mission phases.
  
  
  

• Performance Analysis: Model and analyze payload performance to assess mission suitability.
  
  
  

• System Collaboration: Work with mission and system engineers to align payload capabilities with satellite and mission needs.
  
  
  

• Design Evolution: Support future payload concepts based on lessons learned and mission feedback.
  
  
  

Documentation & Review: Maintain clear records of payload design logic and contribute to technical reviews. Relevant Skills

• Master’s degree in Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or any related technical field.
  
  
  

• Strong background in systems engineering.
  
  
  

• More than three years of industry experience in space-related technologies, best with emphasis on spaceborne sensors or optical payloads.
  
  
  

• Strong communication and documentation skills, experience working with external stakeholders such as ESA or DLR.
  
  
  

• Proven ability to analyze and model sensor performance in mission contexts (e.g. using Python).

Our Benefits

• Virtual shares for all permanent employees (VSOP=Virtual Share Option Program)

• Company pension scheme (bAV = Betriebliche Altersversorgung) 

• Company accident insurance for all employees (insurance for accidents during work and leisure time around the world 24/7)

• Flexible working hours and home office option (including working from other countries)

• Corporate health benefit via Wellpass Subscription

• Free Deutschland ticket

• Discount on lunch meals

• Company bike via JobRad

• Modern office in Neue Balan with a wonderful pool and campus area

We Offer

At OroraTech you can expect a down to earth, yet high-caliber work environment. You will become an integral part of the OroraTech satellite development - a talented, international, open-minded team that is highly motivated to create impact. OroraTech gives you the opportunity to grow on a professional and personal level. Benefits include:

• Be part of the solution to climate change.

• Flexible home office policy (3 days/week, more negotiable)

• Attractive office and modern labs in Munich (obviously including free snacks/drinks/coffee).

• Flexible working time. Take care of your family? Late sleeper? Early riser? We can make all of that happen.

• A responsible position with individual autonomy and design freedom.