Optical Manufacturing Leader: Extreme Optics Pilot Line

Vrije Universiteit Brussel

Brussel

Remote

EUR 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Commuting reimbursement

Hospitalization insurance

Group insurance

35 vacation days per year

Flexible working

Job summary

Vrije Universiteit Brussel seeks a strategic leader to head the Optical Manufacturing and Technology function within the Brussels Photonics (B-PHOT) Extreme Optics Pilot Line. You will steer day-to-day operations, coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, and partner with researchers and industry to advance cutting-edge photonics manufacturing and innovation.

You will drive strategic development, ensure quality and efficiency, and mentor talent in a high-visibility, international environment, shaping

Qualifications

Master's degree in Engineering Technology or Engineering Sciences; specialization in Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanics, Optics, Photonics, Physics, Electronics, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
PhD is an asset.
5–10 years of relevant experience in advanced manufacturing, photonics, precision engineering, optics, or related high-technology environment.
Experience managing advanced manufacturing and/or metrology infrastructures.
Solid understanding of CAD/CAM environments and industrial production workflows.
Experience with ultra-precision machining, diamond turning, injection moulding, replication technologies, optical assembly, and/or optical metrology is a strong asset.
Experience supervising technical teams and coordinating multidisciplinary activities.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching and technical guidance to the team operating the Extreme Optics Pilot Line.
Coordinate and supervise activities in optical design, ultraprecision manufacturing, replication technologies, assembly, testing and metrology.
Ensure efficient, safe, and reliable operation of the pilot-line infrastructure.
Contribute to strategic development and continuous improvement of manufacturing and metrology capabilities.
Collaborate with researchers and industrial partners to translate concepts into manufacturable solutions.
Support technology transfer and R&D projects at Flemish, European and international levels.
Identify opportunities for process optimization and operational excellence.
Foster a culture of quality, innovation, teamwork and continuous learning.