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Research Engineer - Adaptive Optics & Optical Systems Development(m/w/x)

Ettlingen
Full-time, Part-timeWith Home OfficeExperienced

Developing adaptive optics systems with real-time control and wavefront sensing. M.Sc. or higher in Physics or Engineering, with Python/C++ experience required. Flexible working hours, work-from-home options.

Requirements

  • M.Sc., M.Eng., diploma, or higher academic title in Physics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
  • Practical experience in atmospheric turbulence, adaptive optics and wavefront sensing, real-time control engineering and signal processing, laser physics, or optical metrology
  • Practical optics experience
  • Experience with Python, C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink, LabVIEW, Julia, or comparable languages
  • Independent work with excellent time and effort management skills

Tasks

  • Design and align experimental setups
  • Commission and evaluate system performance
  • Develop adaptive optics systems
  • Implement wavefront sensing and correction
  • Analyze experimental data
  • Optimize system parameters
  • Manage subprojects independently
  • Document results in technical reports
  • Publish scientific findings in German and English

Work Experience

  • approx. 1 - 4 years

Education

  • Doctoral / PhD

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Tools & Technologies

  • Python
  • C/C++
  • MATLAB/Simulink
  • LabVIEW
  • Julia

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Flexible working hours
  • Flextime model
  • Work-from-home arrangements

Diverse Work

  • Varied role

Purpose-Driven Work

  • Opportunity to contribute ideas and projects

Modern Equipment

  • Access to equipped laboratories

Mentorship & Coaching

  • Support from experts

Learning & Development

  • Participation in scientific conferences
  • Training and development opportunities

Other Benefits

  • Publication in scientific journals

Family Support

  • Work-life balance support

Career Advancement

  • Individual career paths

Free or Subsidized Food

  • Canteen

Parking & Commuter Benefits

  • Nearby shopping facilities

Public Transport Subsidies

  • Public transportation connections
  • Deutschlandticket subsidy

Bonuses & Incentives

  • Performance-based variable remuneration
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