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Physicist, engineer (f/m/x) - Technical solutions in quantum systems
Job Description
Req ID:  1519
Place of work:  Ulm
Starting date:  01.06.2025
Career level:  Experienced professionals
Type of employment:  Part time, Full-time
Duration of contract:  zunächst befristet auf 2 Jahre

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

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!

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

The use of quantum sensors enables new measurement methods, even under environmental conditions. The available quantum sensors must be adapted to meet the specific requirements. This involves adjusting and developing electronics, as well as planning and implementing mechanical setups. Be part of our journey in finding new and innovative applications to make the exceptional precision and extreme accuracies of quantum sensors usable for the future!


Your tasks

  • You design and evaluate solutions for the use of quantum sensors under field conditions.
  • You develop a concept for the integration of sensor systems and then realize it.
  • You design electronic circuits and are responsible for their construction and characterization.
  • You investigate the influence of various environmental factors on the performance of quantum sensors.
  • You set up the corresponding control technology and digital signal processing.
  • You program the automation software as well as the measurement data acquisition.
  • You support the technical implementation of quantum sensors in mobile systems.


Your profile

  • a completed scientific university degree (Master's / Diplom) in natural sciences (e.g. Physics) or engineering sciences (e.g. Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics / Mechanical Engineering) or other relevant study fields for the position
  • experience in the development and construction of electronic circuits
  • knowledge in the field of control engineering
  • programming and scripting skills (e.g. Python, C, MATLAB, etc.)
  • ability to work independently and solution-oriented

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 1519) please contact:

Martin Gohlke 
Tel.: +49 421 24420 1096 
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