Key Responsibilities:

A minimum of two (2) DHET-accredited research output units for the institution (accepted or published) in a year. Assist in the writing of at least 1 (one) research funding proposal. Initiate and seek funding for projects. Assist with postgraduate supervision. Disseminate research findings and educational resources. Assist with the coordination of various aspects of the project. Contribute towards achieving research publication in accredited journals –two articles in the fellowship period. Perform any other tasks as may be instructed by the supervisors.

Preferred Experience:

Working with space-grade software development and testing standards. Experience in AI/ML applications for satellite data analysis. Familiarity with cloud-based and distributed computing solutions.

Principal Duties:

A skilled Software Engineer to develop, test, and maintain software for satellite systems. The ideal candidate will design embedded software, real-time control algorithms, and data processing applications to support satellite operations. This role requires expertise in programming, system integration, and troubleshooting in high reliability environments Develop and optimize software for satellite communication, control, and data processing. Design and implement embedded systems and real-time applications. Collaborate with hardware, systems, and aerospace engineers to ensure seamless integration. Conduct software testing, debugging, and validation to meet mission requirements. Maintain and improve satellite ground control and telemetry systems.