About this role
**YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:** • Act as an integral part of development projects from initial concepts to series production and across the entire product lifecycle • Lead system-level integration activities, balancing optical, mechanical, electronic, and software requirements • Translate product requirements and customer needs into comprehensive system specifications • Specify and validate system interfaces across multidisciplinary teams • Serve as a technical reference for internal and external stakeholders throughout the product development lifecycle • Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to support product industrialization and quality assurance • Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and innovations in optical science and materials • Participate in and lead technology projects (up to TRL6), establishing yourself as a recognized technical expert inside and outside the organization
Job Requirements **YOUR PROFILE** • Master's degree from ETH, FH, or equivalent in physics, optics, or a related field • At least 3 years of proven experience in optical product development and system-level architecture • (Expert) knowledge in optical design as well as experience and know-how in binoculars and laser range finders are a plus • Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and collaborating across all project phases • Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills • Proficient in development methods • Fluency in German and English