Postdoc in Space Systems Engineering and Lunar Economy at University of Luxembourg University of Luxembourg in Luxembourg

The University of Luxembourg’s SnT, Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT), in collaboration with OHB SE and the European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC), is seeking expressions of interest for a visionary postdoctoral position. The role focuses on leading a techno-economic and environmental analysis of sustainable Lunar In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) value chains, as part of a potential European Space Agency (ESA) project starting in early 2026. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to spend time at ESA-ESTEC, gaining valuable experience in a leading European space environment.

The mission is to bridge the gap between Space Systems Engineering and Economics, building financial and technical blueprints for a sustainable human presence on the Moon using lunar resources. The research will address the challenges and opportunities of turning lunar regolith into economic value, contributing to the future of the lunar economy.

Applicants should have a background in Space Systems Engineering, Techno-Economic Analysis, Finance, Economics, or Sustainability, and a passion for applying their expertise to the lunar economy. The position is ideal for those interested in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of engineering, economics, and environmental science, with a focus on space exploration and resource utilization.

Funding details are not explicitly provided, but the position is associated with a potential ESA project and includes stays at ESA-ESTEC. Interested candidates are encouraged to express their interest by contacting Associate Professor Andreas Hein at [email protected]. The application window is open for expressions of interest, with no specific deadline mentioned.

Key academic keywords: Space Systems Engineering, Lunar Economy, In-Situ Resource Utilization, Techno-Economic Analysis, Sustainability, Finance, Economics, ESA, Moon, Environmental Analysis.