Location: Lausanne/Switzerland (hybrid)
Job Type: Permanent (80% - 100%)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Description
DPhi Space is a Swiss startup building the intelligence infrastructure in space by turning satellites into inference servers and connecting space to the cloud on earth.
The team launched a first demonstrator into space in March 2025 followed by the second one in March 2026. The company is on a track to continue the yearly launch cycle with the next system planned to launch in 2027.
For this mission, we are looking for motivated engineers to join the company.
Key Responsibilities
- Thermal design of a satellite from electrical sub-assemblies to system level.
- Perform thermal and multi-discipline simulations to validate the systems thermal integrity.
- Design of experiments to validate simulations and designs.
- Coordinating the procurement of thermal components, for example heat-pipes and radiators.
- Bring a project form design to manufacturing by coordinating with manufacturing partners.
- Plan and perform the thermal aspects of a satellite testing capaing
- Be the subject matter expert for thermal questions for other disciplines.
Must-Have Skills & Experience
DPhi offers flexible working hours, and a dynamic, friendly, innovative and multi-cultural working environment. We have attractive working conditions including team social events. In particular, DPhi space offers
- Startup environment – a flexible and innovative work culture
- Fast design cycles – design, build, test, and improve in short cycles
- Room to grow – grow together with the company.
- Possibility of hybrid work. Fully remote positions are not an option.
- Possibility of participation in a stock options plan
- DPhi Space supports equal opportunities employment.
What we offer
At DPhi Space, you’ll join a dynamic, innovative, and multi-cultural team where your work has a real
impact. We offer:
• Startup Culture – Flexible, fast-moving, and innovative work environment.
• Fast Design Cycles – Design, build, test, and improve in short cycles.
• Career Growth – Grow with the company and take on increasing responsibilities.
• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing – Learn from experienced professionals.
• Flat Hierarchy – Work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Equity Options – Potential participation in a stock options plan.
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible working hours and social team events
How to Apply
Please send your application through the contact form linked with this post.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMbQ0anAOYeazYpyeSyqc57DQSVjnMJlIJ60QSHnZDnLHeHg/viewform?usp=publish-editor
DPhi Space is committed to equal opportunity employment. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds
