Electrical Engineer Trainee – Emirati Talent

About the role

The Satellite Payload Electrical Engineer trainee will join the SAR Payload System Engineering team, contributing to the design, development, integration, and testing of electrical and electronic subsystems for satellite payloads. This position is part of the UAE Technology Transfer program, offering structured training and hands‑on experience to build competencies for future space missions.

Key responsibilities

• Support design, analysis, and testing of satellite payload electrical subsystems.
• Assist with power conditioning and distribution units, solar panels, batteries, wiring harnesses, and connectors.
• Perform electrical performance analyses, including power budgets, load estimations, and energy‑efficiency assessments.
• Conduct laboratory testing of electrical and electronic equipment and help implement test plans.
• Troubleshoot issues during Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) activities.
• Prepare technical documentation such as test procedures, reports, and engineering records.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field.
• Previous internship, academic project, or relevant work experience is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems, electronics testing, and engineering analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Curious, proactive, detail‑oriented, and adaptable to collaborative, fast‑paced environments.
• Willingness to travel internationally for medium‑ to long‑term assignments.

Required skills

• Power conditioning and distribution unit design.
• Solar panel and battery integration.
• Wiring harness and connector engineering.
• Electrical performance analysis (power budgets, load estimation).
• Laboratory testing of electrical and electronic equipment.