Optics Engineer - 888

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, assemble, align, and characterize complex, high-precision optical subassemblies and optical systems.
• Integrate prototype and proof-of-concept systems involving lasers, optics, fiber optics, electronics, software, and precision mechanical assemblies.
• Perform optical characterization and metrology, including measurements of optical power, phase, frequency, polarization, stability, and noise.
• Troubleshoot optical and opto-mechanical systems and perform root cause failure analysis to support product improvements and manufacturing readiness.
• Develop, execute, and document optical test plans, characterization procedures, and engineering work instructions.
• Collect, analyze, graph, interpret, and present experimental and production data to support engineering decisions.
• Collaborate with Optical, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering teams and Scientists to develop, validate, and transition new optical technologies into production.
• Support prototype development, sustaining engineering activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain detailed engineering documentation, test reports, and design records in accordance with production standards.
• Package completed optical assemblies and ensure products meet commercial manufacturing quality requirements.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures, equipment guidelines, and quality standards during all engineering activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree minimum
• 1+ years of experience in optics, physics, electrical engineering, or a closely related technical discipline
• 1+ years of hands-on experience with optical systems, laser systems, and optical laboratory environments

Qualifications

• Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status.
• Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

What We Value

• Strong knowledge of optical and electrical laboratory equipment, including lasers, fiber optic components, acousto-optic and electro-optic modulators, precision optical instrumentation, and test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, phase noise analyzers, and frequency counters.
• Experience designing, integrating, aligning, and testing free-space and fiber-coupled optical or electro-optical systems, including optical subassemblies, fiber fusion splicing, optical fiber handling, and precision opto-mechanical assembly.
• Broad understanding of optical engineering principles, including optical frequency noise reduction, active optics, and closed-loop control techniques, with demonstrated application to complex engineering challenges.
• Experience using optical design and mechanical CAD software such as Zemax, SolidWorks, or equivalent tools.
• Experience creating and maintaining engineering documentation, including work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), test plans, engineering change documentation, and configuration management records.
• Experience working from engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly documentation.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams and technicians to support research and development, prototype builds, manufacturing readiness, and continuous production improvements.
• Knowledge of product lifecycle management (PLM) and engineering change processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex optical and electro-optical systems.
• Knowledge of sustaining engineering, continuous improvement methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or 5S principles.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced research and manufacturing environment.

Pay & Benefits

The pay range for this role is $80,800 - $101,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate's skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.