Optical Engineer

Company Description

SpectraGaze Systems Private Limited is a pioneering remote sensing data intelligence company focused on cutting-edge payload development and advanced imaging solutions for GEO, LEO, and CubeSat platforms. Our expertise includes Hyperspectral, Panchromatic, Multispectral, and Thermal sensors across VISNIRSWIRMWIRLWIR bands, supporting applications like persistent surveillance, disaster management, etc.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Ahmedabad for an Optical Engineer. The role involves designing and developing advanced optical systems for spaceborne applications, including optical modeling, analysis, and simulation. The candidate will be responsible for optical tolerancing, detector integration, and implementing calibration methodologies to ensure high-performance imaging systems. The role requires close collaboration with electronics, mechanical and computer science teams to optimize system performance and payload design. The engineer will also support integration, testing, calibration, and validation of optical systems to meet mission requirements and ensure data quality.

Qualifications

Experience (min. 2 years) with space-based optical systems, remote sensing (preferred)

Strong systems design and physics background

Masters in Optics / Opto-electronics / Electronics / Engineering Physics (preferred)

Experience in handling complex optical and electro-optical assemblies

Hands-on experience with optical tolerancing and calibration techniques

Exposure to detector integration and imaging system validation

Strong collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams

Location: Ahmedabad (On-site)