Ph3Late Co-Founder CTO - Aviation Systems and Optical Sensing Technology /h3pWe are a seed-stage Swiss startup building a new kind of safety system for aviation. Our patented technology uses advanced optical sensing and data processing. The aim is simple: make flights safer, reduce costs for airlines, and support more sustainable operations. We are moving from lab validation to our first prototypes. To get there, we need a CTO with technical expertise who can drive our RD efforts. We have started the incorporation process, and we have support from Innosuisse and Fongit. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliAs CTO, you will lead all technical aspects of development — from concept to certification. You will: /liliOversee system architecture, sensor integration, and testing. /liliLead prototype development in optics, mechanics, and data processing. /liliDefine safety and certification requirements with EASA/FAA and OEM partners. /liliBuild and guide our prospective engineering team as we move from lab validation to flight testing. /liliAt this stage, you will work hands-on, side-by-side with the founders to bring the prototype to life. /liliManagement skills are important, but at this stage you will have to do the hard work yourself. /li /ulh3Requirements /h3ulliSolid optics expertise preferably with LiDAR experience. /liliDegree in aerospace engineering, optics, or physics, ideally with experience in avionics or sensing systems. /liliProven experience in hardware prototyping or productization of optical/mechanical systems. /liliPractical mindset — comfortable working on both design and implementation. /liliBased in Switzerland or open to relocation. /li /ulh3Nice to have /h3ulliUnderstanding of certification processes (DO-160, DO-178, or equivalent). /liliInterest in system safety, atmospheric physics, or flight dynamics. /li /ulh3Benefits /h3ulliA decisive role in a high-impact aviation startup. /liliFreedom to shape both the technology and the team. /liliCollaboration with a small, skilled group of engineers and researchers. /liliThe opportunity to bring a first-of-its-kind sensing system into commercial aviation. /liliEquity participation plans /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr