Manager / Sr. Manager / AGM - Engineering (Optoelectronics)

TAK Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is a DPIIT-License holding, ZED Gold certified, GeM authorised Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) with nearly 25 years of distinguished experience in delivering advanced defense products and security solutions. With over 150 skilled professionals, we specialize in the design, development, and integration of cutting-edge opto-electronic systems and mission-critical security infrastructure for Indias defense and government sectors.

We take pride in our in-house manufacturing capabilities, including a dedicated assembly line, cleanroom-based D&D and prototyping labs, and a NABL-accredited thermal calibration and testing facilityensuring precision, reliability, and compliance with global standards.

Key Credentials & Technological Edge

Holding licenses and certification like DPIIT, ZED Gold, GeM, MSME, NSIC, and ISO 9001, 14001, 18001.

Holder of design patents and Transfer of Technologies (ToT) from IRDE, DRDO and CDAC technologies under MeitY.

State-of-the-art cleanroom and dust-controlled environments for high-performance product design.

Pioneered the DarVi brand in 2012, symbolizing our commitment to indigenous excellence in opto-electronics.

Trusted partner to leading government organizations and PSUs for joint development and long-term service delivery.

About the Role

The Engineering Department at TAK acts as the central driver of product advancement, innovation, and customer-led improvement . The team is responsible for the following:

• Tracks market shifts and competitor innovation
• Owns product improvements and lifecycle management
• Works holistically as internal product managers
• Serves as the organisations technical interface for real-time user insights
• Lead customer trials and demonstrations
• Ensure product performance in the field

We are seeking a dynamic Engineering Leader (Manager / Sr. Manager / AGM) with a strong Product Management mind-set to oversee the complete lifecycle of our Opto-Electronic Systems , including:

• Thermal Imaging Devices
• Night Vision Systems (Image Intensifierbased)
• Holographic & Reflex Weapon Sights
• Weapon Upgradation Kits
• Day Optical Devices
• Other related defence electro-optic solutions

Individual will be the primary technical owner , driving product improvements, coordinating with OEM and in-house D&D teams, managing RFI/RFP submissions, executing trials and demonstrations, and enabling business growth through technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Product Lifecycle Management

• Own the full end-to-end lifecycle of all opto-electronic products including upgrades, customization, and obsolescence management.
• Drive continuous product enhancement working closely with in-house Design & Development and OEM coordination wherever required.

Engineering Leadership

• Lead, guide, and mentor engineering teams to ensure high performance and delivery excellence.
• Represent Engineering in strategic reviews and contribute to long-term technology planning.

RFI/RFP & Technical Ownership

• Take technical ownership for all RFI/RFP submissions, including compliance matrices, feasibility evaluations, and SAP-based inputs.
• Coordinate with Sales, BD, and Projects teams for technical clarifications and customer discussions.

Trials, Demonstrations & Exhibitions

• Plan and execute customer trials, demonstrations, technical evaluations, and exhibitions.
• Capture real-time user insights and translate them into product upgrades.

Reliability & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor equipment performance and failure trends, converting insights into engineering improvements.
• Support reliability, qualification, and environmental testing activities as needed.

Requirements

Must Haves :

• B.Tech / M.Tech in Electronics & Communication/ Mechatronics/Electrical & Electronics
• 8-12+ years experience in handling Opto-Electronics systems/Electronic systems/ determining system requirements for technology development, in client interaction and evaluation of techno-commercial offers or related role.
• 3+ years in team leadership or managerial roles
• Deep technical knowledge of Opto-electronics systems
• Proven experience in client interaction and technical coordination
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Good to Haves :

• Experience with military-grade qualification, environmental & reliability testing
• Knowledge of global Electro-optic product standards

Benefits:

• Opportunity to lead a high-performing engineering team in a strategic & high-impact role.
• Work with advanced cleanroom & NABL-accredited testing facilities.
• Contribute directly to Indias defense & national security ecosystem.
• Long-term professional growth by working closely with companys leadership.