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# Photonics Engineer - LISA Laser System

- **Company:** Spacetech GmbH
- **Location:** Immenstaad am Bodensee, Germany (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Experimental Data, Hardware Design, Reliability Engineering
- **Published:** July 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5821438415

## About the Role

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

## Description

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


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