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Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Optical Analysis and Design Engineer - Smart Payload

Aerospace EngineeringUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeCannes, FranceNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A specialized engineering-school or university qualification in optics, photonics, or physics is required.
  • Three to five years of experience in the analysis and design of complex optical systems is required.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the design and optimization of innovative optical systems.
  • Perform optical performance analyses under ground and flight conditions.
  • Conduct tolerance studies and evaluate the impact of different parameters on instrument performance.
  • Analyze resolution, aberrations, optical transmission, dispersion, and stray light.
  • Contribute to drafting technical specifications for optical equipment.
  • Support integration, validation, and testing activities.
  • Provide technical follow-up of optical products throughout the development cycle.
  • Depending on autonomy and project complexity, collaborate with an optical architect or take responsibility for the analyses and design of a complete instrument.

Desired Qualifications

  • Demonstrated expertise in the design and analysis of mirror-based and/or lens-based optical systems.
  • Good understanding of the architecture of space optical instruments.
  • Strong knowledge of optical system performance, including tolerancing, aberrations, resolution, optical transmission, and stray light.
  • Proficiency with optical design and simulation tools such as CODE V, as well as MATLAB and/or Python.
  • Knowledge of stray-light analysis tools, particularly FRED.
  • Knowledge of issues relating to optical component fabrication, integration, and testing, as well as materials and surface treatments commonly used in the space sector.
  • Rigor, analytical thinking, and ability to work in a team and multidisciplinary environments.

About the Company

Thales

Global defense and aerospace electronics

Thales designs and delivers critical technology for aerospace, defense, and digital security. Its products include electronics, software, and data-security systems that power air travel, payments, and modern military platforms, by integrating hardware and software to build systems such as avionics, radar, cybersecurity, and secure communications that collect sensor data and protect networks. It stands out through deep industrial experience, end-to-end solutions across defense, aerospace, and cybersecurity, and a focus on AI and quantum tech, aided by strategic acquisitions and partial state ownership. Its goal is to provide reliable, secure, and connected technologies that support national security, public safety, and everyday life by solving complex security and connectivity challenges.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Meudon, France
Founded
1893

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