Development Responsible Optical Subsystems (d/f/m)
Core
Lead the development and integration of optical subsystems for space instruments (UV to thermal IR) serving European agencies (ESA, CNES, DLR) and international clients.
Role type
Senior IC Optical Subsystems Development Lead
Builds
Space-grade optical instruments including LIDARs, meteorological sensors, deep-space payloads, and Earth observation cameras
Domain
Aerospace / Optics & Photonics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Optical system design, supplier/subcontractor management, equipment specification, engineering coordination, documentation review, industrial optics manufacturing knowledge
Preferred skills
Experience with mirror/lens polishing, diffraction gratings, optical fibers, coatings, lasers
Technologies
LIDAR, NIRSpec, MetOp-SG, Sentinel-5, METimage, cryogenic systems
Responsibilities
Act as primary contact for subcontractors in development programs, manage procurement and integration of optical equipment, define equipment specifications, coordinate engineering and AIT activities across disciplines, review subcontractor documentation and test reports
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC