About the job
KRUSH Labs, a privately-owned R&D center in Eindhoven, focuses on advancing unmanned systems and hardware for demanding real-world conditions. The team develops next-generation platforms that combine resilient communications, AI-driven autonomy, and precision navigation. Applications span challenging environments where reliability and performance matter most.
Role Overview
The Senior Optics Engineer will lead the design and development of high-performance optical systems for multi-rotor UAV and drone cameras. This role carries full technical responsibility for custom camera assemblies, from defining optical architectures to evaluating critical components.
What You Will Do
- Define optical architectures and specifications, including selecting and qualifying lenses, image sensors, filters, and related components.
- Set requirements for external contractors working on optical systems.
- Develop and carry out optical testing and validation plans.
- Monitor and ensure product performance in image quality, resolution, sharpness, dynamic range, low-light capability, and environmental durability.
- Assemble, align, and troubleshoot prototypes to confirm functionality.
- Work closely with RF, electrical, and firmware teams to support opto-mechanical integration.
- Prepare detailed technical documentation and reports.
- Lead ongoing improvements to existing systems, focusing on upgrades, cost optimization, and performance enhancements.
Location
This position is based in Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands.
