Project Manager - Telescope Expert F/H

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Update on 11/02/2025

Contract type: Permanent contract
Work time: Full time
Location Rennes

Who are we ?

Founded in 2013, Cailabs designs, manufactures, and develops innovative photonic solutions for the space, industry, telecommunications, and defense sectors. A global specialist in laser shaping, the company has accelerated its growth in the space field with turnkey optical ground stations that integrate atmospheric turbulence compensation technology. This makes it one of the first companies to harness very high data rates enabled by optics in a commercial ground station.

Cailabs currently has over 120 employees, including 32 PhDs. With 26 patent families filed, the company is one of the most innovative companies in France. It is headquartered in Rennes, with offices in Paris and Washington (USA).

Job description

Would you like to apply your expertise in optics and project management skills to innovative technical projects in a human-sized company?

Your main responsibilities will include:

Defining the specific requirements for telescopes in FSOC applications
Establishing and implementing testing protocols for our telescopes (both for production and R&D)
Managing the subcontracting projects for the design and industrialization of new telescopes.
Managing various optical design projects, including specialized lenses for our OGS transmissions and custom telescopes

Essential skills

Do you have a specialized background in optics and 10 years of industrial experience managing complex projects related to telescopes?

Are you passionate about astronomy and knowledgeable about key players in the market?

Have you previously led collaborative projects and managed subcontractors, with experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams?

Do you have experience with "large instruments" (research telescopes, astronomy, directed energy systems, etc.)?

Experience in telescope design would be a significant advantage

By joining Cailabs, you will find:

A dynamic team of engineers and PhDs who share your desire to use their skills to tackle stimulating technical challenges.
A collective drive and strong intellectual engagement in your work.
A cutting-edge technology company, involved in everything from prototype development to industrialization phases.

And also:

Moments of sharing and conviviality (annual seminar, meals, team games, sports activities, etc.).
A 100% employer-covered health insurance plan.
A bonus system that rewards both collective and individual performance.

Joining Cailabs means ensuring that everything will be done to help you excel, improve, and take on new challenges.

Required languages

English - Level advanced

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Project Manager - Telescope Expert F/H

Permanent contract

Full time

Rennes

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