Optical (Simulation) Engineer for Laser-Optical Payloads

Optical (Simulation) Engineer for Laser-Optical Payloads

SpaceTech

Immenstaad, Germany

Your Tasks as Optical Engineer in the Photonics Team at SpaceTech

• Design and analyze cutting edge optical systems for space
• Document design and test activities, establish procurement specification
• Act as focal point for incoming inspection of optical parts
• Procure designed hardware
• Define optical experiments to verify the analysis results
• Participate in assembly and testing of optical hardware
• Work with engineers across the company to develop and improve opto-mechanical and electro-optical designs
• Contribute to proposals

Note: optical simulations will cover approx. 50% of your working time at SpaceTech. Depending on your qualification and preference, this position will be combined with another task, e.g. in the lab or a subcontractor management.

Skills and Experience Needed to be an Optical Engineer in the Photonics team at SpaceTech

• A Master’s degree or PhD in Physics or equivalent
• Hands-on experience in design and analysis of optical systems
• Sound knowledge of optical analysis tools, e.g. ZemaxOpticStudio
• Proficiency with optics, optical system, its specification and testing
• Experience with developments for space is beneficial
• Capable of working independently and in an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to take initiative and communicate effectively