Location: ALOMAR Observatory, Andøy, Norway (Ramnan mountain, 378 m)
Type: Full-time · Shift work
Application deadline: 1 November 2026

Andøya Space is hiring an engaged engineer for the ALOMAR Observatory (Arctic Lidar Observatory for Middle Atmosphere Research) — an advanced research observatory for optical and radar-based remote sensing of the atmosphere. From the top of Ramnan, researchers study the Arctic atmosphere with LiDAR and radar instrumentation.

You will join the Ground-Based Instrumentation department (Sub-Orbital division). Normal weekday shifts are 08:00–16:00 and 15:00–01:00; campaign and summer periods may include night and weekend work. The role requires eligibility for Norwegian security clearance (Sikkerhetsloven).

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain LiDAR, radar and other research instrumentation at ALOMAR
Provide technical support to researchers, customers and internal teams
Quality-assure, process and analyse measurement data, including satellite data
Scientific and technical reporting to customers; contribute to research funding proposals (Research Council of Norway, EU, ESA and others)
Participate in R&D projects, conferences and outreach
Contribute to student courses and observatory tours

Qualifications

Master's degree or equivalent in physics, atmospheric science, engineering or another relevant field
Strong Python skills; other languages a plus
Ability to perform independent scientific data analysis and write scientific reports from LiDAR/radar remote sensing, in-situ measurements and Earth-observation satellites
Good written and oral Norwegian and English
Experience with research funding applications and technical/project reporting
Valid class B driving licence (manual); ability to drive safely to ALOMAR in demanding winter conditions

Desired

Experience calibrating/validating Earth-observation satellites
Experience maintaining LiDAR or radar systems
Experience with large datasets, satellite data processing and statistical analysis
Experience in Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST)

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