Space Systems Engineer (Space Laser Communications)

Transcelestials 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.

Transcelestials 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 civilizations 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

• Lean & Simple. Our products are simple to use we focus on what matters we solve issues one by one and we spend smart.
• Approachable. Whoever you are wherever you come from dont be shy! The best ideas can come from anywhere in the organisation.
• Supportive. 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.
• End user obsessed. Customers and end users are at the core of everything we do.
• Relentless 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!

Space Systems Engineer Space Laser Communications

The Space Systems Engineer at Transcelestial is responsible for the systems development for a novel miniature space-based laser communication terminal. This position is part of the Space Team led by Dr. Jan Smisek ( This position will also interact with the rest of the hardware manufacturing and software design teams to assist with the overall development of the optical systems and new optical alignment technologies.

As Space Systems Engineer you will:

• Design and validate mechanical and thermal subsystems including CAD modeling vibration analysis and thermal simulations for space and optical payloads.
• Lead systems engineering activities for space-based laser communication terminals including requirements definition interface control and performance analysis (pointing error budgets power communications link budgets mass and thermal margins).
• Participate in and manage Assembly Integration and Test (AIT) procedures ensuring successful environmental qualification and payload integration into client satellite buses.
• Perform mission and orbital analysis to inform design decisions and coordinate terminal operations with Transcelestial Mission Operations & Ground Segment (TMOGS) teams.

What you will bring:

• Degree in Aerospace Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience
• 2 years of systems engineer experience preferably in aerospace or satellite missions
• Proven ability to work autonomously while collaborating in international multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong technical communication documentation and time management skills.
• Extensive knowledge of spacecraft subsystems and ability to translate requirements into engineering solutions.
• Hands-on experience in mechanical design vibration analysis and thermal simulations for aerospace systems.

It is a bonus if you have:

• Full lifecycle experience on a satellite mission or space optical payload.
• Satellite or optical payload assembly integration and test (AIT) experience.
• Expertise in one or more of the following: AOCS/GNC optics mechanical design electronics for space control engineering or signal processing.
• Proficiency with tools such as STK GMAT SPENVIS MATLAB/Simulink SolidWorks Zemax LTspice Python Valispace.
• Experience working in a high-growth or startup environment.

Our Hiring Process and what to expect:

• 30 min call with our technical recruitment team to get a feel for the role and to make sure your objectives and ours are aligned.
• 30-60 min video/in-person interview with the Hiring Manager of the role so you can understand the role the team your future manager better
• A technical skills assessment (Time varies)
• 60 min in-person Team Fit interviews with at least 2 members of the team to get to know your future team mates.

Whats in it for you:

• A competitive salary and stock options package
• Macbook laptop
• Unlimited Annual Leave
• Comprehensive and top-tier health plans
• Daily lunch allowance in office

Join Us:

You should include in your application

• Your CV and/or LinkedIn page
• Links to your projects portfolio or other work which demonstrate your qualifications

Email us at if you have questions.

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 NTT Paspalis Wavemaker Partners EDBI Airbus Ventures Kickstart Ventures Cap Vista SEEDS Capital (Enterprise SG) Entrepreneur First Partech Ventures 500 Startups AirTree Ventures Tekton Ventures SGInnovate SparkLabs Global Ventures Michael Seibel (CEO of Y-Combinator Founder of ) Charles Songhurst (Microsofts former Head of Corporate Strategy) and others.