System Architect Optics

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System Architect Optics

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General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

Reference number

2025-166986

Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Optics and optronics - Optics and optronics

Job title

System Architect Optics

Employment type

Permanent

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Today, we all find ourselves in a contradiction: the world is changing at an incredible speed and at the same time the need for safety is deeply rooted in each of us – regardless of where we live. It's good that there are forces that provide more security and stability in a changing world. As Safran Vectronix, we support these forces in their mission and make it our own: Dedicated to providing solutions to raise mission intelligence and mission safety, we are recognized as a global leader in state-of-the-art optronic equipment for military, systems, and sensors for military and civil applications. With 100 years of Swiss tradition and excellence we serve customers in more than 90 countries.

We bring our company values to life, and see Empowerment, Walk the Talk, Customer Focus, Team and Agility as the foundation of our daily work. If you share the same vision as us, we look forward to receiving your application for

System Architect Optics

YOUR MAIN TASKS:

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Definition and System architecture of optical consumer products, ensuring performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness

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Translate product requirements and consumer needs into comprehensive system specifications

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Lead system-level integration activities, balancing optical, mechanical, electronic, and software requirements

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Lead of technical definition, architecture, and roadmap of advanced optical systems for consumer products (multifunctional observation devices)

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Specify and validate system interfaces across multidisciplinary teams (optical, mechanical, electronic, firmware/software)

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Serve as a technical reference for internal and external stakeholders throughout the product development lifecycle and serialization

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Work with suppliers and manufacturing teams to drive product industrialization and quality assurance

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Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and innovations in optical science, materials, and technologies

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

More information about our company: career.safran-vectronix.com

A varied and dynamic field of activity awaits you. Do you feel addressed? Birte Anrig, Human Resources, looks forward to your application.

Candidate skills & requirements

YOUR PROFILE:

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Master Degree in Physics, Optics or related field (ETH or equivalent, University of Applied Sciences)

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At least 3 years' proven experience in optical product development and system-level architecture, particularly in consumer environments, knowledge in binoculars and laser range finder is a plus

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Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and collaborating across project phases

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Strong team spirit as well as excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

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Proficient in development methods

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Fluency in German and English

Job location

Job location

Europe, Switzerland

City (-ies)

Max-Schmidheiny-Strasse 202 9435 Heerbrugg

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

Master Degree

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years