Enter the fascinating world of the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e. V.; DLR) and help shape the future through research and innovation! We offer an exciting and inspiring working environment driven by the expertise and curiosity of our 11,000 employees from 100 nations and our unique infrastructure. Together, we develop sustainable technologies and thus contribute to finding solutions to global challenges. Would you like to join us in addressing this major future challenge? Then this is your place!

Job Description

Req ID:  3006

Place of work:  Ulm

Starting date:  1.12.2025

Career level:  Experienced professionals

Type of employment:  Part time, Full-time

Duration of contract:  bis 31.12.2027

Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector – Federal Government (TVöD-Bund)

At the DLR Institute of Quantum Technologies in Ulm, we develop precision instruments for space applications based on quantum technologies and bring them to prototype maturity together with industry. In addition, we are driving forward the transfer to aeronautics, digitalisation, energy, security and transport.  We have an interdisciplinary approach: Theoretical basic research and experimental tests meet engineering implementation.

What to expect

As part of the DLR Quantum Computing Initiative the Institute of Quantum Technologies with the Department of Integration of Micro- and Nanosystems operates a cleanroom laboratory at the Innovation Centre Hamburg-Lokstedt for the development of microfabricated quantum chips. Additionally, we are pursuing a hardware development project within the DLR Quantum Computing Initiative focusing on enabling technologies (TeufIQ).

Become part of our interdisciplinary team and join us in our efforts of developing innovative technologies for ion trap based quantum computing! 

 
Your tasks

• You will develop compact quantum systems, including integrated optical components for beam guidance as well as laser coupling
• You will plan and implement process steps and sequences for the manufacturing of designed components  
• You will be responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of characterization measurements, including the determination of laser-induced damage thresholds of on-chip optical waveguides
• You will be in charge for a part of the micro-production equipment and processes, including the associated tasks of process development, quality management and support
• You will document research results and technologies for their long-term utilization and exchange these with international peers

 
Your profile

• completed scientific university degree (Master’s/Diploma university) in natural sciences (e.g. specialized in microsystems technologies, physics, chemistry) or engineering (e.g. from the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, electrical engineering) or other degree programs relevant to the position
• research experience in at least one of the following areas: integrated optical components, photonically integrated chips (PIC), laser optics (free beam and fibre-optics)
• expertise in the field of quantum physics e.g. atomic spectroscopy, laser interferometry, vacuum systems
• first experience with microproduction systems and working in clean rooms
• experience in data collection and data interpretation
• knowledge of multi-physics simulations and modelling of optical systems, e.g. COMSOL, Ansys, etc.
• business fluent in written and spoken English and German in a scientific environment

Remuneration is up to the German TVöD E13 depending on qualifications and assigned tasks

We offer
DLR stands for diversity, appreciation and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees both personally and professionally. To this end, we offer numerous training and development opportunities. Equal opportunities are of particular importance to us, which is why we want to increase the proportion of women in science and management in particular. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are qualified.

We look forward to getting to know you!

If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 3006) please contact:

Jakob Buchheim 
Tel.: +49 731 400198 909