Optronics & Materials Laboratories Researcher Leonardo is an international industrial group, among the main global players in Aerospace, Defense, and Security, realizing multi-domain technological capabilities in Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cyber Security, and Space. With over 60,000 employees worldwide, the company has a strong industrial presence in Italy, the United Kingdom, Poland, the United States, and operates in 150 countries also through subsidiaries, joint ventures, and participations. A protagonist of the main global strategic programs, it is a technological and industrial partner of Governments, Defense Administrations, Institutions, and companies. Within the activities of the Quantum Technologies, Optronics & Materials Laboratories group, we are looking for a Researcher in the field of optical materials and the characterization of integrated photonic circuits, for our Campi Bisenzio (FI) location.
Responsibilities:
Experimental activities on materials, electro-optic and photonic devices, including:
Assembly, alignment, and validation of optical systems and experimental demonstrators, including the definition of optical benches and the selection of commercial optical elements.
Optical, electrical, and RF characterization of photonic materials and devices (integrated photonic circuits, metasurfaces, optical coatings).Development of electronic and RF interfaces for testing and controlling photonic devices.
Prototyping of systems and experimental validation of photonic technologies.
Data analysis and report writing.
Qualifications:
Master's degree/specialist degree in Physics, Physical Engineering, Material Science and Technology or related fields. Doctorate of research is considered a plus. Seniority: Expert (3 - 5 years of experience).
Technical Skills:
Experience with optical and RF laboratory instrumentation, including Vector Network Analyzer (VNA), Oscilloscope, FTIR Spectrometer, Optical Spectrum Analyzers, Power Meters, Signal Generators for device characterization; Practical experience with optical bench experiments, including optical alignment, free-space optics, fiber coupling, use of precision positioning stages, and opto-mechanical components; Experience in the experimental characterization of optical materials and photonic devices, including transmission, loss, and spectrum measurements for integrated photonics and optical coatings; Practical experience with electronic and RF interfaces for photonic devices, electrical driving, and integration with laboratory instrumentation; Ability to use scientific programming tools (such as Python or MATLAB) for automation of measurements, data analysis, processing, and visualization; Experience with manipulation of optical fibers, sample preparation, and resolution of experimental problems in photonics and optoelectronics laboratories; Experience in nanofabrication of photonic components in cleanroom is a plus. Soft Skills: Team working capabilities; Problem solving and dynamism. Reporting and communication skills.
Language Skills:- Good knowledge of English, written and spoken (B2 level).Other:
- Availability for temporary transfers to other laboratories for collaboration activities and cross-functional projects.
- Involvement, valorization of skills, care for the well-being and safety of people are the cornerstones of our company culture. We strive every day to foster an inclusive and stimulating work environment, actively promoting the principles of inclusion, equity, and valorization of diversity.
What do we offer?· Our reference collective labor contract is the CCNL for Private Metal and Plant Installation Industry;· Working mode: Hybrid;· Contract category: Employee;· Contract type: Permanent;· Salary range: 36,000 € – 51,000 € RAL;· Thirteenth month salary;· Performance-related bonuses;· Annual welfare vouchers worth 250 euros;· Opportunities for continuous training and updating of professional and soft skills;· Well-being: we put the economic, physical, social, and psychological well-being of our people first, offering multiple solutions close to their needs.
The company reserves the right to evaluate the level of classification and the economic proposal based on objective criteria emerged during the selection process and in line with the seniority of the selected candidate and the position, in compliance with the principles of equity, transparency, and equal opportunity provided by current legislation.
How does the selection process work?
After the collection of applications, the CVs that best match the required criteria are evaluated and identified. The selected candidates undergo a familiarization interview with the Human Resources team, a motivational and attitudinal interview, followed by a technical in-depth interview with the Business. At the end of the process, the candidate is provided with feedback, both in case of a positive and negative outcome.
Seniority: Expert
Primary Location: IT - Firenze - Campi Bisenzio
Contract Type: Permanent
Total Base Pay Range: 36,000 € – 51,000 € RALHybrid Working: Hybrid
