Free-Space Laser Communication Specialist UAV (Applications) (f/m/d)


We are looking for a Free-Space Laser Communication Specialist with strong system engineering and project management experience. In this role, you will focus on enabling high-speed free-space optical links for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) platforms, where performance, reliability, and robustness against environmental factors are of critical importance.


What You'll Do

  • Define system requirements and architectures for UAV-based free-space optical communication links.
  • Lead trade studies, system-level analyses, and design reviews.
  • Perform research work with simulations, measurements, literature research; calculate link budgets including atmospheric effects; research new technical approaches.
  • Take an active role in project and product management, leading projects but also being part of the project team; manage development milestones, from early prototypes to flight-ready subsystems.
  • Coordinate efforts across optical, electrical, mechanical, and UAV engineering teams.
  • ·Support building, integrating, and testing optical communication prototypes in the lab and in the field.


 What You Bring

  • Education: Master’s or PhD in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related discipline.
  • Experience:
  • At least 5-10 years of experience in free-space optical communications or related optical system development.
  • In-depth understanding of laser communication theory, modulation, coding, and link budgets, atmospheric effects, pointing, acquisition, and tracking (PAT) systems, etc.
  • Demonstrated skills in leading projects.
  • Excellent English communication skills, working level of German would be desirable.


Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Shape next-gen laser communication technology with real-world impact
  • Work in a deeptech startup backed by top-tier research and strategic partners
  • Join an inspiring, international, mission-driven, agile team
  • Flat hierarchies, real ownership, and the chance to grow with us
  • A mix of lab, field, and flight testing - no two days are the same


Who We Are

Cucuyo develops and manufactures communication systems for unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAVs and ground stations). We are a start-up located in Krailling near Munich. You will be part of a team of technical experts to build an exciting future for the company.


Interested? Then send us your application to info@cucuyo.group.