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