The Advanced Integrated Sensing (ADVISE) research group, part of KU Leuven's Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT), focuses on microelectronic circuits and systems for challenging environments. Our expertise includes radiation-hardened analog, digital, mixed-signal, and RF circuit design for instrumentation and communication applications in domains such as nuclear fusion, spacecraft systems, and high-energy physics. Furthermore, we develop intelligent sensing systems, emphasizing hardware and software co-development for machine learning, AI and advanced data processing applications.
With a team of over 30 dedicated researchers, ADVISE contributes to innovation in microelectronics for harsh environments and AI-driven technologies.
Within KU Leuven—Europe’s most innovative university—we collaborate with prominent international partners, including CERN and ESA. In 2023, the ADVISE research group successfully launched a CubeSat experiment, further expanding our impact in the space sector.
Our research focuses on:
• Radiation-Tolerant Electronic Systems: Designing circuits and systems capable of operating reliably in high-radiation environments, including electronics for spacecraft systems.
• Intelligent Sensing Systems: Developing technologies for machine learning and autonomous systems.
• Advanced Spacecraft Systems: Innovating systems for microsatellites (CubeSats) and spacecraft re-entry missions.
We offer a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment with opportunities for collaboration, professional growth, and contributions to cutting-edge technologies and cornerstone space missions. Our facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories and access to advanced EDA tools. For more information about our research and current openings, please visit our website.Unit website
As a member of the electronics design team, you will contribute to ongoing research projects, focusing on the development of electronic systems and embedded software, supporting projects from concept through testing. You will have the opportunity to tackle complex challenges for the next generation of spacecraft systems, including the LISA gravitational wave mission.
Responsibilities
Interested?
Please contact Prof. Jeffrey Prinzie (jeffrey.prinzie@kuleuven.be) for more information.You can apply for this job no later than March 07, 2025 via the online application tool
KU Leuven strives for an inclusive, respectful and socially safe environment. We embrace diversity among individuals and groups as an asset. Open dialogue and differences in perspective are essential for an ambitious research and educational environment. In our commitment to equal opportunity, we recognize the consequences of historical inequalities. We do not accept any form of discrimination based on, but not limited to, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, ethnic or national background, skin colour, religious and philosophical diversity, neurodivergence, employment disability, health, or socioeconomic status. For questions about accessibility or support offered, we are happy to assist you at this email address.
Do you have a question about the online application system? Please consult our FAQ or email us at apply@kuleuven.be
With a team of over 30 dedicated researchers, ADVISE contributes to innovation in microelectronics for harsh environments and AI-driven technologies.
Within KU Leuven—Europe’s most innovative university—we collaborate with prominent international partners, including CERN and ESA. In 2023, the ADVISE research group successfully launched a CubeSat experiment, further expanding our impact in the space sector.
Our research focuses on:
• Radiation-Tolerant Electronic Systems: Designing circuits and systems capable of operating reliably in high-radiation environments, including electronics for spacecraft systems.
• Intelligent Sensing Systems: Developing technologies for machine learning and autonomous systems.
• Advanced Spacecraft Systems: Innovating systems for microsatellites (CubeSats) and spacecraft re-entry missions.
We offer a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment with opportunities for collaboration, professional growth, and contributions to cutting-edge technologies and cornerstone space missions. Our facilities include state-of-the-art laboratories and access to advanced EDA tools. For more information about our research and current openings, please visit our website.Unit website
As a member of the electronics design team, you will contribute to ongoing research projects, focusing on the development of electronic systems and embedded software, supporting projects from concept through testing. You will have the opportunity to tackle complex challenges for the next generation of spacecraft systems, including the LISA gravitational wave mission.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and optimization of electronic systems for space applications.
- Design and test high-performance PCBs and FPGA prototypes to meet the stringent requirements of space environments, including radiation tolerance, thermal, environmental and mechanical stability.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—physicists, software developers, and systems engineers—to ensure seamless integration of electronic components.
- Conduct rigorous environmental, functional, environmental and reliability testing to validate designs for space missions.
- Provide expertise in expert review, troubleshooting, fault analysis, and continuous improvement of electronic systems.
- Ensure compliance with ESA (European Space Agency), NASA, and other relevant standards for space mission electronics.
- Education: Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, physics or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in electronic system design.
- Proficiency in FPGA firmware development and embedded microprocessors.
- Hands-on experience with EDA tools such as Altium Designer or equivalent.
- Background in electronics or systems for extreme environments is a plus.
- Familiarity with space-grade components and standards (e.g., ECSS, IPC) is a strong plus.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a passion for advancing space technologies.
- A position as post-doctoral assistant with renumeration in salary scale 44.
- The opportunity to work on LISA, a groundbreaking mission to detect and measure gravitational waves in space.
- Engage in challenging, high-impact projects at the forefront of space exploration.
- Collaborate with leading scientists and engineers in a dynamic and innovative environment.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.
- Opportunities for professional growth and involvement in future space missions.
Interested?
Please contact Prof. Jeffrey Prinzie (jeffrey.prinzie@kuleuven.be) for more information.You can apply for this job no later than March 07, 2025 via the online application tool
KU Leuven strives for an inclusive, respectful and socially safe environment. We embrace diversity among individuals and groups as an asset. Open dialogue and differences in perspective are essential for an ambitious research and educational environment. In our commitment to equal opportunity, we recognize the consequences of historical inequalities. We do not accept any form of discrimination based on, but not limited to, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, ethnic or national background, skin colour, religious and philosophical diversity, neurodivergence, employment disability, health, or socioeconomic status. For questions about accessibility or support offered, we are happy to assist you at this email address.
Do you have a question about the online application system? Please consult our FAQ or email us at apply@kuleuven.be
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