| Aware |
- Can describe key terms and fundamental principles related to photonic components, subsystems, and active optical instruments (e.g. detectors, lasers, fibre-optic sensors, lidars, optical communication systems, or quantum technologies).
- Can describe the general role of optoelectronic systems in space applications, including remote sensing, optical communications, navigation, and environmental monitoring.
- Can describe the typical processes and challenges associated with designing and validating optoelectronic systems.
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| Practitioner |
- Can design photonic subsystems, and active optical instruments, (e.g. detectors, lasers, fibre-optic sensors, lidars, optical communication systems, or quantum technologies), to meet specified requirements.
- Can conduct basic validation and testing including calibration, signal-to-noise ratio assessment, and environmental testing (e.g. thermal vacuum, vibration) to ensure these systems function correctly and meet design specifications and standards.
- Can describe how to integrate optoelectronic systems with spacecraft platforms, ensuring compatibility with other subsystems such as power, data handling, and thermal control.
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| Senior Practitioner |
- Can design high performance photonic components, subsystems, and active optical instruments, ensuring they meet stringent functional requirements and standards.
- Can conduct advanced validation, testing, and optimisation of these systems to ensure high performance and reliability.
- Can troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to optical interference, thermal instability, and degradation due to radiation or contamination.
- Can lead the development of mission-critical instruments such as high-resolution lidar systems, quantum sensors, or high-bandwidth optical communication payloads.
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| Expert |
- Can innovate and develop cutting-edge methodologies and technologies for designing and validating photonic subsystems and active optical instruments.
- Can provide strategic guidance in the integration and optimisation of optoelectronic systems across multi-disciplinary spacecraft designs.
- Can mentor teams to advance the capabilities of optoelectronic systems in the space sector.
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