Job Description

Become a Photonics Engineer for LISA Laser System at SpaceTech

SpaceTech is developing key technologies for some of Europe's most ambitious space missions. As part of the LISA (Laser Interferometer Space Antenna) mission, we are contributing to the development of the LISA Laser System (LLS), a highly stable and reliable laser source that enables the detection of gravitational waves from space.

To strengthen our growing LLS team, we are looking for a Photonics Engineer with a strong background in photonic technologies and component qualification for demanding space applications.

Your Mission as Photonics Engineer for LISA Laser System at SpaceTech

As a Photonics Engineer within the LISA Laser System team, you will be responsible for defining, selecting, and characterizing critical photonic components used in one of the most demanding laser systems ever developed for space.

You will work closely with system and optical engineers, and industrial partners across Europe to ensure that all photonic components meet the stringent performance and reliability requirements of the mission.

Your Responsibilities as Photonics Engineer for LISA Laser System at SpaceTech

• Support the definition of technical requirements and specifications for photonic components within the LISA Laser System
• Define, select, and procure photonic devices and subsystems, including:
• Fiber coupled laser diodes
• Fiber couplers and splitters
• Phase modulators
• Optical isolators
• Photodiodes
• Develop and execute characterization tests and support qualification test campaigns
• Work with suppliers and industrial partners to improve component performance and manufacturability
• Support design reviews, trade-off analyses, and technical documentation activities

Your Profile as Photonics Engineer for LISA Laser System at SpaceTech

Required Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Photonics, Physics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Several years of hands-on experience in photonics, laser systems, fiber optics, or optoelectronics
• Strong understanding of optical and photonic components and their characterization methods
• Experience with laboratory measurement equipment such as optical spectrum analyzers, laser sources, power meters, photodiodes, and interferometric measurement setups
• Ability to analyze experimental data and translate results into engineering recommendations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with space hardware development or qualification activities
• Knowledge of reliability engineering and environmental testing
• Familiarity with ESA, ECSS, or aerospace standards

We Offer

• The opportunity to work on one of Europe's flagship space science missions, enabling the observation of gravitational waves from space
• Challenging and innovative engineering tasks at the forefront of photonics and space technology
• Professional development opportunities and long-term career perspectives
• Living and working in an area of natural beauty and safety offering a large variety of leisure activities
• Profit sharing, company pension scheme, flexible home office rules and many more...

This position will require being eligible for clearance by the recognized authorities.