Opto-Mechanical Technician — Space Optics & Automation

zerothird; Wien; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Technology Laboratories GmbH (qtlabs) in Vienna seeks a motivated Technician to join our engineering team in developing, integrating, testing, and maintaining optical and mechatronic systems for space and terrestrial communication.

You will help develop measurement setups for optical components, integrate laser optics for free-space optical links, and contribute to the automation of optical alignment and measurement procedures, gaining practical experience while collaborating across

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of electronic circuits, sensors, actuators, and measurement equipment for testing and characterizing technical systems.
• CAD software, precision assembly of mechanical and optomechanical components.
• Python and/or C++ for measurement automation, data acquisition, and hardware control.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, align, and characterize optical and optomechanical systems.
• Develop and improve optical measurement setups and automated alignment procedures.
• Integrate, test, and troubleshoot electronic and mechanical components and control systems.
• Maintain telescope systems and support field measurement campaigns.

Skills

Electronics basics

Mechanical design

Programming

Engineering workflow

Education

HTL or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Measurement equipment

Lab instrumentation

Job description

Quantum Technology Laboratories GmbH (qtlabs) in Vienna seeks a motivated Technician to join our engineering team in developing, integrating, testing, and maintaining optical and mechatronic systems for space and terrestrial communication.

You will help develop measurement setups for optical components, integrate laser optics for free-space optical links, and contribute to the automation of optical alignment and measurement procedures, gaining practical experience while collaborating across