Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic roadmaps for Electro Optical technology adoption and R&D in defence and aerospace.

• Advise on procurement, vendor evaluation, and compliance with national and international standards.

• Support the evaluation of new trends and innovations in electro-optics, including countermeasures and advanced signal processing for electronic warfare applications

• Guide the design, specification, and development of electro-optical and photonic systems for aerospace and defence, such as sensors, laser systems, targeting, and navigation devices.

• Participate in strategic reviews (PDR/CDR/FDR), ensuring system design meets mission requirements and adheres to space/defence standards.

• Evaluate technology options for EO systems, focusing on performance, radiation tolerance, reliability, and lifecycle cost-effectiveness.

• Oversee integration, testing, and qualification of EO subsystems within military and aerospace platforms.

• Mentor engineering teams, provide technical audits, and lead knowledge-sharing sessions to strengthen in-house expertise.

• Advise on risk identification, mitigation planning, and implementation of quality and reliability best practices.

Required Expertise and Qualifications:

- 25+ years of relevant experience in electro-optical system design, preferably in aerospace, defence, or governmental agencies.

- Advanced degrees (M.Tech/PhD) in Electro-Optics, Physics, Electronics, Aerospace Engineering, or related disciplines are preferred.

- In-depth experience in EO system design tools, simulation, environmental testing, and system-level integration.

- Familiarity with defence quality standards, EMI/EMC compliance, spectrum allocation, and regulatory documentation.

- Strong communication skills for stakeholder management, technical reporting, and regulatory liaison.

Data Patterns (India) Pvt. Ltd. Plot.No H9, 4th Main Road SIPCOT IT Park Off Rajiv Gandhi Salai (OMR) Siruseri Chennai - 603 103.