Optical Ground Station Engineer, Space Laser

Transcelestial's vision is to improve the connectivity experience for the next billion people. **We believe that connectivity is a human right** and Transcelestial is on a mission to solve the problem of internet distribution and provide affordable, high-speed internet to everyone. Transcelestial's **next-generation wireless laser communication** technology is one of the most effective solutions in the distribution of high-quality, high-speed internet connectivity, making it well-poised to solve civilization's long-term communication needs - and ultimately **improve connectivity for 1 billion users globally**. Highly reliable and secure, its light-weight, shoe-box sized **CENTAURI **device leverages its proprietary laser technology to create a wireless distribution network and can be quickly, easily and cost-effectively installed on any standard telecom pole or tower at a faster time-to-market than standard fiber-optic cable. Over the longer-term, Transcelestial aims to develop a constellation of small satellites positioned in Low Earth Orbit, allowing their laser network to not only beam across cities but upwards to connect continents across the world too. **OUR VALUES** - **L**ean & Simple**. Our products are simple to use, we focus on what matters, we solve issues one by one and we spend smart. - **A**pproachable.** Whoever you are, wherever you come from, don't be shy The best ideas can come from anywhere in the organisation. - **S**upportive.** We are a bunch of smart individuals delivering at their best working in teams. If you face an issue, you can be sure someone will jump in and help you. - **E**nd user obsessed.** Customers and end users are at the core of everything we do. - **R**elentless innovators.** Our technology is at the forefront of innovation. We are curious, we question everything, we love research and are passionate about the next big thing. **_ Join our team if you want to define the rules of how our civilisation communicates_** **OPTICAL GROUND STATION ENGINEER - SPACE LASER COMMUNICATIONS**: We are seeking a highly motivated Optical Ground-Station Engineer to join our team. This is a multidisciplinary role that requires expertise in mechanical, optical, and electrical design, as well as experience in research and development and software prototyping. As an Optical Ground-Station Engineer, you will work alongside our experienced team to design, develop, and maintain our ground station systems. **RESPONSIBILITIES**: - Designing and testing mechanical and optical components for our ground station systems - Developing electrical systems and hardware for ground station systems. - Conducting research and development to improve the performance and efficiency of our ground station systems. - Developing software prototypes to support our ground station systems. - Collaborating with other team members and R&D organizations, preparing joint experiments proposals, and developing prototypes. **QUALIFICATIONS**: - A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Optical Engineering - Experience in mechanical and optical design, electrical design, and software development - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively - Experience in research and development, including the ability to design and conduct experiments and analyze data - Excellent communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. **Our Hiring Process and what to expect**: - 30min video call with one of our Talent Acquisition Partners, so we can get to know each other better - 1-hour Coding round - conducted by a key member of the team to assess your technical skills - 60min video/in-person interview with the Hiring Managers, so you can understand the role, team and company better. - Offer - Congratulations and welcome onboard as a Celestial **What's in it for you**: - Being part of a high-performing team working on groundbreaking technology - A competitive salary and stock options package - Personal Macbook laptop - Unlimited Annual Leave - Comprehensive and top-tier health plans - Daily lunch allowance in office - Flexible work hours - Free coffee, beers and snacks in the pantry - A monthly "Nerd" fund for professional development - 1 Friday off for "Space Themed" personal projects **Join Us**: - Your CV, and/or LinkedIn page - Links to projects or other work which will definitely impress everyone **Thank you for your interest in joining Transcelestial. We cannot wait to meet you** Transcelestial has won numerous industry and global awards including the SPIFFY San Andreas Award for Most Disruptive Technology by Telecom Council, Forbes 30 Under 30 and Prestige 40 under 40 for our CTO Dr. Mohammad Danesh, Edge 35 Under 35 to our CEO Rohit Jha, The Most Ambitious Start-Up in Photonics Award by The Optical Society (OSA), etc. Founded in Dec 2016, the Transcelestial team is located in Singapore and is backed by major investors such as