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Embedded Test Engineer (m/f/d)

OroraTech

OroraTech

Quality Assurance
Munich, Germany
Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2024
The Mission

Munich-based OroraTech is developing a constellation of nano-satellites with thermal infrared cameras for automated wildfire detection, severe weather warnings and many other applications. After our FOREST-1 mission (launched in Jan. 2022) and FOREST-2 (launch in June 2023), the next step is to scale the production, launch the first constellation plane of 8 systems and develop our own satellite platform.
We are looking for talented engineers to support us with the design and testing of our newly developed satellite platform. They will be joining a very motivated and highly enthusiastic team of experts in the fields of mechanical, optics, electronics, spacecraft, and software engineering.

What you’ll be doing

As an Embedded Test Engineer you own the test infrastructure for our satellite and satellite payload batch production. In this role you will

  • work closely with software and hardware engineers to develop test plans,

  • evaluate test frameworks for scalable testing in multiple setups and scenarios,

  • write system and component tests in Python and Bash,

  • produce traceable and understandable automatic test reports,

  • support the production engineers with creation of new test setups,

  • interface with the experts of software, electronics, structure and optics engineering

Relevant Skills
  • Structured programming (mostly Python and Bash) with Git, testing frameworks, CI/CD

  • Immerse yourself in complex C/C++ code projects

  • Read and understand electrical schematics

  • Experience with embedded hardware setups

  • Methodic debugging with software and hardware in mind

  • Passion for automation and documentation

  • Business-level English

Our Benefits
  • Virtual shares for all permanent employees (VSOP)
  • Company pension scheme (bAV)
  • 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
And there are more to come …
We Offer

At OroraTech you can expect a down to earth, yet high-caliber work environment. You will be part of the OroraTech team - 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:

  • You have the opportunity to become part of our firefighting mission from space and deliver the tools to better cope with natural disasters and mitigate climate change - could an internship be any cooler?

  • A responsible position with individual autonomy and design freedom.

  • You will gain insights into the most exciting new technologies and business models.

  • We value perfect espresso - you'll love our high-grade espresso machine. Additionally, free drinks and snacks are always available at the office.

  • Attractive office with modern labs at "Neue Balan" near Ostbahnhof with its own pool (yes!) and access to the rooftop terrace.

  • Flexible working time. Late sleeper? Early riser? Prefer to work from outside from time to time? We can make all of that happen.

  • Interested in something new but missing the knowledge? We offer you the opportunity to learn new skills depending on your personal interests.

  • Company events and get-togethers (Christmas, Summer party, Oktoberfest, etc.)