You will have the technical responsibility for focal plane systems destined for OHB's earth observation instruments, sensitive in various spectral regions, ranging from the visible to the mid and far infrared. During the systems' life cycle, starting with feasibility studies over preliminary and detailed design phases until the hardware integration and characterization phase, this encompasses a variety of different tasks. The preferred candidate has a background in architectural design of focal plane systems / camera systems such that early project phases can be supported efficiently. - Elaboration, development and accommodation of technical solutions based on customer requirements and allocated budgets - Technical coordination of a multidisciplinary engineering team with focus on the following output: - Focal plane system architecture definition and justification - Interface concepts and definition - Development and test logic definition - Elaboration of various design trade-offs such as thermal, structural, mechanical, optical, electrical, verification etc. - Coordination of related performance analysis - Technical guidance and control of subcontractors - Create and maintain relevant technical design, requirements and performance documentation - Contribute to OHB's technology developments in the context of focal plane systems and detector technologies - Support and conclude technical discussions with the customer