Theon Group is looking for a Senior Optical Engineer

THEON develops and manufactures cutting-edge Night Vision, Thermal Imaging and Electro-Optical ISR systems for Military and Security applications in Europe with a global footprint. THEON began operations in 1997 in Greece, and today occupies a leading role in the sector thanks to its international presence, with offices in Greece, Cyprus, the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Switzerland and Singapore, as well as three production sites in Athens, Wetzlar (Germany) and Plymouth (USA), employing more than 300 people globally. Through this network of companies, offices and facilities worldwide, THEON has more than 150,000 systems in service with the armed forces and special forces of 68 countries, including 24 NATO countries. THEON INTERNATIONAL PLC the parent company of the group has recently been listed in the EURONEXT stock market, allowing THEON to accelerate its growth and future business development further.

Key Responsibilities

As an Senior Optical Engineer you will be a multidisciplinary and dedicated team of experienced Engineers focusing on the Design/Development of new Electro-Optical Systems for the Defence Industry. As a member of this team, you are expected to be self-motivated, focused and work with little supervision.

You will come across a diverse range of tasks such as:

• DRI Calculations with the use of the TRM4 SW and the NV-IPM SW
• Define the Optical Specifications/Requirements in the design of Protective Windows for Electro-Optical Systems
• Design new Test Setups/Stations for optical products
• Conduct prototype characterization and adjustment of new products
• Interface with Production for trouble-shooting and interpreting Optical Measurements
• Plan and conduct Transfer of Technology projects
• Assemble/Test Prototypes, with the help of other Engineers (Systems, Mechanical, Assembly/Integration/Testing)
• Follow new products after their Design Phase until their Industrialization Phase, by designing test setups/stations, conducting measurements, trouble-shooting and finalizing their performance.
• Technical Writing: compose Technical Specifications & User Manuals for test stations.
• Lead and participate in Field Trials
• Participate in Customer Demos
• Participate in Exhibitions
• Travel requirement: up to 3 weeks per year

Required Qualifications & Skills

• M.Sc. Degree in experimental Physics, or Electrical Engineering with knowledge of Optics
• Proficiency in an Optics Laboratory Environment
• Knowledge of Coatings Technologies for Protective Windows and Lenses
• Knowledge of TRM4 SW will be a plus
• Knowledge of NV-IPM SW will be a plus
• Basic knowledge of Matlab and Labview programming
• Excellent command of the English Language (German will be a plus)
• Open-minded and multi-tasking orientation