qtlabs GmbH - Quantum Technology Laboratories GmbH

Profile Degree in optical engineering, physics, electrical engineering, photonics, aerospace engineering, or a related field. Strong understanding of free-space optical communication, telescope systems, optics, and tracking/control concepts. Familiarity with quantum receivers, including single-photon detectors, low-noise readout electronics, polarization optics, and active stabilization methods. Experience with optical laboratory setups, measurement equipment, and hands-on system integration. Ability to work autonomously, make informed technical decisions, and drive design iterations. Solid analytical skills and attention to detail, especially in documentation, testing, and interface-driven development. Experience in any of the following is a strong plus: Satellite-to-ground optical ...

requirements for the secure implementation of QKD devices and QKD networks. Working closely with Security Architects, Security Proof Experts, system engineers, hardware and software teams, you will help align security concepts, implementation assumptions, and practical system designs. Your work will bridge security engineering and system engineering and contribute to the development of secure, validated, and certifiable QKD devices. You will also support certification activities, contribute to validation strategies, assist in the development of validation equipment and testbenches, and engage with stakeholders such as governmental agencies, space agencies, evaluation laboratories, partners, and customers. Key Responsibilities Develop secure architectures for integrating QKD devices ...

Profile Solid professional experience in mechanical design and precision engineering, ideally around 5–7 years. Equivalent relevant experience is welcome. A degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, or comparable practical qualifications. Proficiency in 3D CAD and manufacturing drawings, with a sound understanding of tolerances and material selection. A careful approach to precision mechanics, strong attention to detail and an appreciation for clear, accurate documentation. Good English communication skills and the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team. Nice to Have Experience with structural or thermal analysis using finite element methods (FEM). Experience with space hardware or its development and verification processes. These are optional skills; ...

requirements. Design development: Understand and advance our existing polarization-sensitive micro-optical and fiber-optical designs. Propose, discuss and implement improvements towards flight hardware. Optomechanical performance: Collaborate with mechanical and thermal engineering specialists to evaluate how predicted displacements, deformations and temperature changes affect optical performance. Verification: Design verification setups, define measurement methods and acceptance criteria, and compare experimental results with simulations and system requirements. Laboratory work: Independently plan, build, align and characterise optical setups, and contribute to prototype assembly and troubleshooting. Documentation: Prepare optical design documents, simulation reports, component ...

Profile Completed technical or scientific education (e.g. technical college/HTL, university degree, or equivalent qualification) Several years of project management experience in a high-technology industrial environment (Space industry preferred) Flexible, organised, and independent working style Excellent communication skills Strong customer focus with excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills. Reliable and responsible personality Strong awareness of deadlines and quality, combined with a very good understanding of business and commercial aspects Strong team player Proficiency in MS Office; experience with MS Project is an advantage Good command of German and English, both written and spoken What we 0ffer A rare opportunity to shape the IT foundations of a growing ...