Academic Researcher in Space Technology

3 weeks ago


Århus, Århus Kommune, Denmark Aarhus University Full time

Aarhus University's Department of Geoscience seeks a skilled academic employee to lead the Danish Student Cubesat Program (DISCO). The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing the development of an open-source cubesat platform based on the PyCubed platform.

The position involves enhancing the existing PyCubed platform by designing simple and functional structures and solar panels, utilizing additive manufacturing techniques to create lightweight yet robust structures and efficient solar panels compatible with PyCubed.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop the cubesat platform, focusing on structural and solar panel design.
  • Establish and maintain a network of LoRa ground stations with dual-use applications.
  • Enhance cybersecurity for the open-source platform by developing and implementing robust encryption methods, secure authentication processes, and regular security updates.

Qualifications:

  • A degree in geoscience, physics, engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience with hardware and software development, preferably in satellite technology or similar fields.
  • Familiarity with cybersecurity practices and principles.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Working Hours:

The employment will be full-time until the end of December 2024. From January 2025 until the employment ends in July 2027, the position will be on half-time.



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