Optical Systems Engineer

vor 3 Wochen


Seefeld, Deutschland OHB Vollzeit

About OHB System AG

OHB System AG is a leading space company in Europe, part of the listed high-tech group OHB SE. With over 3,000 employees, we specialize in high-tech solutions for space, including low-orbiting and geostationary satellites, Earth observation, navigation, telecommunications, science, and space exploration.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Optics Engineer Straylight to join our team in Oberpfaffenhofen. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and simulating optical systems from early concept phases to detailed design and realization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and analyze optical systems, including straylight simulation and verification
  • Interface with suppliers and subcontractors to guide and monitor their development activities
  • Define optical straylight requirements and strategies for optical systems, subsystems, and equipment
  • Conduct trade studies to support optical design decisions and generate proposals for future projects
  • Present results in internal and external meetings with customers
  • Support system-level and perform sub-system-level opto-mechanical integration, alignment, characterization, and test activities in clean rooms and optics labs
  • Maintain technical documentation related to optical and opto-mechanical tasks
  • Support the further development of optical design processes and tools

Requirements

  • University degree or equivalent qualification in optics, physics, engineering, or related technical discipline
  • Sound knowledge in straylight analysis, design, characterization, and verification of complex optical systems
  • Experience in space optical instrument development, telescopes, spectrometers, and interferometers
  • Proficient user of straylight analysis software like ASAP or FRED and optical design software like ZEMAX (NSC) and Code V
  • Experience in scripting with Python (and MatLab)
  • Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural, and multi-language team
  • Ability to work simultaneously in different projects
  • Ability to establish rapport, build trust, and develop working relationships with team members, customers, and vendors
  • Organized and structured attitude and process-oriented thinking
  • High degree of motivation and personal identification with the task and project
  • Excellent English skills, both written and verbal

Optional Skills

  • Experience in space-flight industry, preferably with ESA or DLR projects
  • Experience working in clean room environments from ISO5 to ISO 8

About the Role

This is a permanent employment opportunity with OHB System AG in Oberpfaffenhofen. We offer a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a range of benefits, including work-life balance, mobile work, and structured on-boarding process.

How to Apply

Apply in German or English via our online tool. We look forward to receiving your application.



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