Valid till: 2025-08-24
City: Vilnius
Astrolight
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Our client – Astrolight is a fast-growing space technology company that is developing advanced air and space laser communication systems for high-speed space-to-Earth communications. We are seeking an Electronics Design Engineer to join our space product development team in Vilnius.
Job description:
You will be a key part of the optics engineering team working on laser communication systems including the ATLAS space terminal, HERMES optical ground station, and POLARIS naval terminal.
Responsibilities:
Assemble and integrate complex laser communication systems: adaptive optics free-space subassemblies, fiber-based components and control electronics
Perform high-precision optical alignment, beam adjustment and calibration procedures
Conduct laboratory testing, troubleshooting and performance verification of optical communication hardware
Prepare assembly procedures, test reports, and technical documentation
Collaborate closely with mechanical, electronics, and software teams to ensure complete system integration
Support system-level environmental, thermal and functional testing
Requirements:
Degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Photonics, or a related field
3+ years of hands-on experience with laser system assembly, optical alignment and/or integration
Experience working with fiber-based laser systems, free-space optics, and optical benches
Good understanding of laser beam propagation and alignment principles
Experience with optical measurement equipment: beam profilers, power meters, alignment tools
Familiarity with cleanroom procedures and working in controlled environments
Nice to have:
Ability to use optical spectrum analyzers, beam profilers and oscilloscopes
Basic knowledge of optical system behavior in harsh environments (thermal, vibration and vacuum)
Experience with free-space optical communication or LiDAR systems
Experience with SWIR optics and fiber-coupled laser systems
Knowledge of aerospace or defense standards (ECSS, MIL-STD)
Company offers:
Stock options package
Flexible hours, partial remote work
Small, experienced team with fast design iterations
Monthly Salary:
3300 – 4130 Eur/gross
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