CareerPlan

Optical Communication System Engineer (m/w/d)

Ulm, Donau, BADEN_WUERTTEMBERGFull-time2026-07-28 → 2026-10-27

Core

Design and optimization of optical systems including beam expanders and relay optics, performing tolerance analyses and Monte-Carlo simulations for flying applications.

Role type

Senior IC optical system engineer

Builds

Optical systems for flying applications

Domain

Aerospace / Optics

Required skills

Optical system design, Zemax OpticStudio, Tolerance analysis, Monte-Carlo simulations, Opto-mechanical interface definition, Alignment and verification concepts, Test stand setup and operation, Technical specification creation, Laser optics, Gaussian beam propagation

Preferred skills

System engineering for flying applications, Reproducible test method development, Supplier management

Technologies

Zemax OpticStudio

Responsibilities

Design and optimize optical systems including beam expanders and relay optics, Conduct tolerance analyses and Monte-Carlo simulations, Coordinate with opto-mechanical teams on interface and alignment concepts, Develop alignment, test, and verification concepts including metrology, Set up and operate optical test stands, Create technical specifications and support procurement and supplier management, Analyze system performance and support integration, testing, validation, and qualification