Senior Systems Engineer: Shape the Future of Light at TNO
Are you a visionary leader in applied physics? Do you thrive at the intersection of complex engineering and groundbreaking discovery? Join TNO’s Optics Department, where we design the systems that monitor our planet’s air quality for NASA/ESA, enable quantum breakthroughs, and revolutionize satellite communication.
The Role
As a Senior Systems Engineer, you aren't just managing requirements; you are the technical heartbeat of multi-disciplinary teams. From massive space telescopes to microscopic photonic circuits (PICs), you will bridge the gap between theory and reality.
Your Impact:
- Lead Innovation: Guide "beyond-state-of-the-art" projects for global leaders like Airbus and ITER.
- Collaborative Mastery: Sync optics, acoustics, and mechatronics experts to deliver high-TRL systems.
- Strategic Vision: Influence technology roadmaps and mentor the next generation of engineers.
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What You Bring
- Expertise: A Master’s or PhD in Applied Physics/Engineering with an optics focus.
- Experience: 10+ years leading complex systems engineering through the full lifecycle.
- Leadership: A proven ability to navigate high-stakes technical risks and motivate diverse expert teams.
- Drive: A passion for professionalizing SE and securing patents in a world-class R&D environment.
Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Apply to TNO and turn light into solutions.
Competenties
You are an Engineer who Possesses excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with demanding clients. Demonstrates a flexible, practical, and solution-focused approach to challenges. Highly committed, resilient under pressure, and able to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Open to taking on short-term assignments at various locations as needed.
Arbeidsvoorwaarden
Compensation & benefits
Primary Employment Benefits:
- Salary: Best in the market.
- Holiday Allowance – 8% of your annual salary, ensuring you can fully enjoy your time off.
Additional Perks & Benefits:
- Pension Plus Scheme – Secure your future with our comprehensive retirement plan.
- Home Office Setup – Receive a €750 net allowance to create a comfortable and productive workspace.
- Time to Recharge – Enjoy 25 vacation days per year (based on a 40-hour workweek).
- Travel Allowance – Support for commuting expenses.
- Internet Allowance – Contribute to seamless remote work.
- Relocation Assistance – Moving to the Netherlands? We’ve got you covered.
Join us and enjoy a rewarding career with outstanding benefits that support your work-life balance!
Inclusiviteit en diversiteit
Uiteraard staat deze vacature open voor iedereen die zich hierin herkent. We geloven dat diverse teams van belang zijn voor ons als lerende organisatie, die voorop wil blijven lopen in de wereld van werk. Want juist verschillen tussen mensen zorgen voor groei. Van collega's, klanten, kandidaten en daarmee van Yacht. Heb jij een uniek talent? We ontmoeten je graag.