Lead Optics Engineer

Auterion

Zurich, Switzerland
Not specified; equity: stock options; benefits: fl...
On-site
5+ years optical system design experience
Camera hardware assembly and alignment
Optical architecture definition and specification
Auterion is seeking a Lead Optics Engineer in Zurich, Switzerland, to develop high-performance camera systems for their drone platforms. The role involves leading optical system design, collaborating with multiple engineering teams, and ensuring the production of robust camera assemblies

Job Summary

  • You will lead the design and development of high-performance camera systems for next-generation drone platforms.
  • The role involves full technical ownership of custom camera assemblies from concept through mass production.
  • Benefits include flexible working hours, stock options, and generous holiday allowances.

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Auterion is seeking a Lead Optics Engineer in Zurich, Switzerland, to develop high-performance camera systems for their drone platforms. The role involves leading optical system design, collaborating with multiple engineering teams, and ensuring the production of robust camera assemblies.

Salary

Not specified; Equity: Stock Options; Benefits: Flexible hours, pension, enhanced leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years optical system design experience
  • Camera hardware assembly and alignment
  • Optical architecture definition and specification
  • Image quality metrics and characterization
  • DFM/DFA and production scale-up support

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with optical simulation tools
  • Agile environment adaptability
  • Cross-functional team collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Optics, Physics, or Electrical Engineering
  • 5+ years designing optical systems for embedded products
  • Hands-on experience with precision alignment and metrology

Work Rights

Not specified

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