UGV Systems Architect responsible for the system architecture of autonomous vehicles at Daimler Truck. Integrating UGV solutions into existing vehicle platforms and digital ecosystems.
QG
Hybrid System Engineer – Optical Ground Station, Space-Based QKD
Posted last month
About the role
- System Engineer developing optical ground stations for Quantum Key Distribution at Quantum Technology Laboratories. Collaborating with interdisciplinary team to enhance communication technologies.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, development, and manufacturing of our Optical Ground Stations for satellite-to-ground QKD links
- Take ownership of subsystem design choices, including the optical frontend, tracking systems, turbulence mitigation systems, time-bin/phase and polarization analysis modules, and single-photon detection modules
- Work closely with experts in optics, electronics, control systems, and quantum communications to deliver robust, high-performance OGS solutions
- Integrate and optimize components such as telescopes, tracking cameras, beacon lasers, quantum receivers, polarization optics, and timing/synchronization modules
- Plan and execute laboratory verification, field testing, and link characterization campaigns for OGS prototypes and deployed systems
- Contribute to and maintain system requirements, optical budgets, interface definitions, and architecture documentation
- Perform system-level modeling and analysis of link performance (attenuation, turbulence, pointing/tracking error budgets, synchronization)
- Support on-site installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of OGS systems at customer locations or demonstration sites
- Prepare technical documentation, test reports, interface specifications, and customer deliverables
- Collaborate across several mission and technology projects simultaneously, ensuring consistent architectural and performance standards.
Requirements
- Degree in optical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, photonics, aerospace engineering, or a related field
- Strong understanding of free-space optical communication, telescope systems, optics, and tracking/control concepts
- Familiarity with quantum receivers, including single-photon detectors, low-noise readout electronics, polarization optics, and active stabilization methods
- Experience with optical laboratory setups, measurement equipment, and hands-on system integration
- Ability to work autonomously, make informed technical decisions, and drive design iterations
- Solid analytical skills and attention to detail, especially in documentation, testing, and interface-driven development
- Experience in any of the following is a strong plus: satellite-to-ground optical communication or QKD; control systems for tracking, pointing, and synchronization; adaptive optics for turbulence mitigation; field deployment of optical systems; environmental testing or hardware verification
- Excellent communication skills and motivation to work in interdisciplinary engineering teams.
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements in a hybrid model combining remote and onsite collaboration
- Balanced work–life integration for our employees
- Attractive workplace with excellent infrastructure at Wienerberg
- Great Italian espresso
- Humorous and friendly work atmosphere
Job title
Job type
Experience level
Salary
Degree requirement
Location requirements
Project Manager/ System Engineer developing mobile ground control stations at INFINTEQ GmbH. Responsible for technical design, integration, and collaboration across various teams for UAV systems.
Ausbildung Fachinformatiker - Systemintegration bei ISGUS, einem führenden Systemhaus für Personal - und Zeitmanagement. Planung, Konfiguration und Betreuung von IT - Systemen bei Kunden.
Ausbildung als Fachinformatiker - Systemintegration bei ISGUS. Planung und Konfiguration von IT - Systemen sowie technische Unterstützung für Kunden in der Region Leonberg.
Project Manager/System Engineer involved in technical planning for security systems. Join a growing team at Funkwerk Security Solutions to work on innovative projects.
IT Specialist responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining IT systems for a leading German IT service provider. Focused on integration, security, and operational support.
System Engineer managing application operations and system architectures for Agrarmarkt Austria. Collaborating closely with software development and working in a team of eight.
System Engineer focusing on network technology with Aruba products and firewall solutions. Collaborating with clients and teams for infrastructure and network projects in Austria.
IT System Integration apprentice responsible for planning IT systems and supporting installations. Collaborating with departments and ensuring effective documentation and system maintenance in Germany.
Ausbildung als Fachinformatiker in Systemintegration bei BORBET. Anwenderbetreuung und Planung von IT - Systemen mit spannenden Projekten in einem familiengeführten Unternehmen.