Senior Optical Design Engineer for Systems & Prototyping

HENSOLDT AG; Irene; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working models

Attractive salary and special payments

Job summary

HENSOLDT South Africa is seeking an Optical Design Engineer to drive the design, development and maturation of optical products across the lifecycle. You will translate requirements into manufacturable solutions, perform optical modelling and validate designs through prototypes and tests.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, governance, and technical leadership to sustain high-performance optics in production. A strong background in optical design is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics or related technical discipline.
• A Master’s degree in Physics, Optical Engineering or related field is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience in optical design or related engineering environment.
• Experience in design, development, integration and testing of optical systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyse requirements and define technical optical requirements and suitable materials.
• Design and optimise optical systems and packaging for production readiness.
• Develop and evaluate optical prototypes with appropriate test fixtures.
• Provide specialist optical-engineering support across production and in-service environments.
• Maintain governance through design reviews and documentation.

Skills

Optical System Design

Optical Analysis & Optimisation

Zemax Design Tools

Optical Simulation & Modelling

Optical Materials & Components

Optical Coatings & Adhesives

Laser Design & Safety

Optical Metrology

Optical Alignment & Integration

MATLAB & Python

Engineering Drawing & Specs

Prototype Development & Testing

Qualification & Industrialisation

Test Equipment & Fixtures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics or related

Master’s degree in Physics or Optical Engineering (advantage)

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

HENSOLDT South Africa is seeking an Optical Design Engineer to drive the design, development and maturation of optical products across the lifecycle. You will translate requirements into manufacturable solutions, perform optical modelling and validate designs through prototypes and tests.

The role emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, governance, and technical leadership to sustain high-performance optics in production. A strong background in optical design is essential.