Manager / Sr. Manager / AGM - Engineering (Optoelectronics)

Job Description

TAK Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is a DPIIT-recognized, ZED Gold Certified, and GeM-authorised OEM with nearly 25 years of expertise in delivering advanced opto-electronic systems and mission-critical security solutions for India’s defense and government sectors. Equipped with state-of-the-art cleanroom labs, NABL-accredited environmental testing and thermal calibration facilities, and in-house manufacturing under the DarVi brand, we are at the forefront of indigenous defense innovation. At TAK Technologies, we don’t just build products—we build national capability.

About the Role

The Engineering Department at TAK acts as the central driver of product advancement, innovation, and customer-led improvement. The team is responsible for the following:

• Tracks market shifts and competitor innovation
• Owns product improvements and lifecycle management
• Works holistically as internal product managers
• Serves as the organisation’s technical interface for real-time user insights
• Lead customer trials and demonstrations
• Ensure product performance in the field

We are seeking a dynamic Engineering Leader (Manager / Sr. Manager / AGM) with a strong Product Management mind-set to oversee the complete lifecycle of our Opto-Electronic Systems, including:

• Thermal Imaging Devices
• Night Vision Systems (Image Intensifier–based)
• Holographic & Reflex Weapon Sights
• Weapon Upgradation Kits
• Day Optical Devices
• Other related defence electro-optic solutions

Individual will be the primary technical owner, driving product improvements, coordinating with OEM and in-house D&D teams, managing RFI/RFP submissions, executing trials and demonstrations, and enabling business growth through technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Product Lifecycle Management

• Own the full end-to-end lifecycle of all opto-electronic products including upgrades, customization, and obsolescence management.
• Drive continuous product enhancement working closely with in-house Design & Development and OEM coordination wherever required.

Engineering Leadership

• Lead, guide, and mentor engineering teams to ensure high performance and delivery excellence.
• Represent Engineering in strategic reviews and contribute to long-term technology planning.

RFI/RFP & Technical Ownership

• Take technical ownership for all RFI/RFP submissions, including compliance matrices, feasibility evaluations, and SAP-based inputs.
• Coordinate with Sales, BD, and Projects teams for technical clarifications and customer discussions.

Trials, Demonstrations & Exhibitions

• Plan and execute customer trials, demonstrations, technical evaluations, and exhibitions.
• Capture real-time user insights and translate them into product upgrades.

Reliability & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor equipment performance and failure trends, converting insights into engineering improvements.
• Support reliability, qualification, and environmental testing activities as needed.

Requirements

Must Haves:

• B.Tech / M.Tech in Electronics & Communication/ Mechatronics/Electrical & Electronics
• 8-12+ years’ experience in handling Opto-Electronics systems/Electronic systems/ determining system requirements for technology development, in client interaction and evaluation of techno-commercial offers or related role.
• 3+ years in team leadership or managerial roles
• Deep technical knowledge of Opto-electronics systems
• Proven experience in client interaction and technical coordination
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Good to Haves:

• Experience with military-grade qualification, environmental & reliability testing
• Knowledge of global Electro-optic product standards

Benefits:

• Opportunity to lead a high-performing engineering team in a strategic & high-impact role.
• Work with advanced cleanroom & NABL-accredited testing facilities.
• Contribute directly to India’s defense & national security ecosystem.
• Long-term professional growth by working closely with company’s leadership.