Electro-Optical Camera Development Engineer – Space Systems
About the Role
The Space Division is seeking an Electro-Optical Camera Development Engineer to contribute to the development of the next generation of advanced electro-optical satellites.
This role focuses on the design, development, calibration, and performance optimization of electro-optical cameras operating across multiple wavelength ranges. You will work on cutting-edge space technologies, supporting the full lifecycle of imaging systems—from camera definition and calibration to advanced image processing algorithms and in-orbit validation.
Key Responsibilities
Define system requirements and oversee the development of electro-optical cameras operating across multiple spectral bands.
Perform electro-optical performance analysis, including MTF (Modulation Transfer Function), SNR (Signal-to-Noise Ratio), and other imaging performance metrics.
Plan, supervise, and execute camera calibration activities, both during ground testing prior to launch and throughout in-orbit operations.
Develop and support advanced image processing algorithms, from raw detector data through the generation of high-level image products.
Develop algorithms for color reconstruction, spectral information extraction, image enhancement, and advanced image exploitation.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, suppliers, and customers throughout the development lifecycle.
Prepare technical documentation, test procedures, calibration reports, and engineering documentation.
Requirements
M.Sc. or higher in Electro-Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or a related field – required.
At least 3 years of experience developing electro-optical cameras, image processing algorithms, and remote sensing applications – required.
Experience with calibration processes, including PSF, NUC, ground calibration measurements, and related methodologies – required.
Experience processing images from multiple spectral bands – advantage.
Experience with MODTRAN, Zemax, OCTKAL, or LabVIEW – advantage.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and customers.
Experience writing technical documentation, test procedures, and engineering reports.
Why Join Us?
The Space Image Processing Team serves as the center of excellence for image processing, electro-optics, and precision geolocation technologies within the Space Division. The team is responsible for developing the next generation of Israel's electro-optical observation satellites.
Engineers in this group lead every stage of the imaging pipeline—from camera definition and algorithm development through implementation, testing, ground calibration, and in-orbit validation. The team also develops advanced ground-station algorithms and works with state-of-the-art technologies, including spectral image processing, radiometric calibration, AI and Machine Learning, sensor fusion, and super-resolution.
This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of space technology and contribute to some of the world's most advanced electro-optical imaging systems.
