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🥝 Late Co-Founder & CTO - Aviation Systems and Optical Sensing Technology

Startupticker | genf, Switzerland | Posted June 05, 2026

Job Description

Late Co-Founder & CTO - Aviation Systems and Optical Sensing Technology

We 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 R&D efforts. We have started the incorporation process, and we have support from Innosuisse and Fongit.

Responsibilities

  • As CTO, you will lead all technical aspects of development — from concept to certification. You will:
  • Oversee system architecture, sensor integration, and testing.
  • Lead prototype development in optics, mechanics, and data processing.
  • Define safety and certification requirements with EASA/FAA and OEM partners.
  • Build and guide our prospec...

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