Working Student Optics (m/f/d)

Requisition Number: 74574

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Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

We are looking for a motivated working student to support our optical communications development team. The role has a strong experimental and metrology focus, including setting up and operating measurement systems. This is an excellent opportunity for students who want to gain hands-on experience in an innovative, technology-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support the setup and automation of optical test benches
• Collaborate on developing control software for measurement instruments
• Characterization of optical components
• Analysis and documentation of experimental data

Qualifications:

• Bachelor- or Master student in Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related subjects
• Understanding basic concepts of optics
• Experience in data analysis using Excel, Python, or MATLAB
• Experience writing simple software programs or scripts (ideally Python or MATLAB)
• Basic experience with laboratory equipment such as laser sources, optical power meters, or oscilloscopes is a plus
• Fluent in German or English
• Confident use of Microsoft Office applications