Overview
Four-year employed PhD developing adaptive-optics estimation and control methods for high-capacity laser satellite communication links.
Complete research opportunity details
The project contributes to advanced optical ground-segment technology for laser satellite communications, with work on adaptive optics, wavefront correction, estimation and control algorithms, simulation and experimental validation. It is connected to the STARS research programme and collaboration with Airbus Netherlands and other partners. TU Delft lists the standard PhD salary progression from EUR 3,059 to EUR 3,881 gross per month plus university allowances.
Eligibility requirements
Applicants should have a relevant master's degree in fields such as Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering or a closely related discipline. Relevant knowledge of estimation, control, optics, numerical modelling or experimental systems and strong English communication are expected.
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Verified open on the official TU Delft Careers page as job ID 3666, with submission possible until 31 August 2026. The official Apply button resolves to TU Delft's talent-community application endpoint. No closing clock time was stated.
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