COL-| Senior Fiber Laser Engineer
Listed on 2026-10-10
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Colorado Springs, United States | Posted on 10/07/2026
Colwyn Group is a staffing and recruiting firm headquartered in Austin, Texas, working across healthcare, technology, and executive search. We place candidates with employers across the US.An American Staffing Association member firm.
Job DescriptionRole:
Senior Fiber Laser Engineer Industry: Advanced Photonics & Electro-Optics (Directed Energy & Aerospace/Space)
Location:
Colorado Springs, CO Workplace Type:
On-site (Cleanroom / Laboratory)
Employment Type:
Full-time Compensation: $45.00 – $60.00 / hour ($93,600 – $124,800 annualized)
Position Overview Our client, an established developer of specialized photonic devices for defense, space, and industrial applications, is seeking a hands-on Senior Fiber Laser Engineer to support product development for Directed Energy and New Space initiatives.
Operating primarily within an R&D laboratory and cleanroom environment, the engineer will be responsible for the assembly, characterization, and validation of high-power fiber laser systems, working in tandem with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver high-performance optical solutions.
Key Responsibilities Laser System Integration:
Build, align, integrate, and test high-power fiber laser architectures and subsystem assemblies.
Laboratory & Test Operations:
Configure and operate complex optical diagnostics, measurement apparatus, and test setups in cleanroom and laboratory settings.
Component Verification:
Inspect, evaluate, and qualify incoming and assembled optical components, active/passive fibers, and laser modules.
Collaborative R&D:
Work closely with cross-functional technical teams (mechanics, electronics, systems) to align laser performance with application specifications.
Component Logistics & Handling:
Coordinate the procurement, staging, and handling of sensitive, high-value optical hardware and instrumentation.
Technical Field Support:
Provide occasional on-site support at customer or integration facilities during system deployment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
B.S. or advanced degree (M.S. / Ph.D.) in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
Experience:
5+ years of hands-on engineering experience in laser systems development or optical hardware integration.
Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required (due to defense and aerospace compliance requirements).Multidisciplinary Aptitude:
Solid foundation across optics, mechanical interfaces, and electronic control setups.
Diagnostic Tools:
Proven familiarity with laboratory instrumentation (optical power meters, oscilloscopes, optical sensors, thermal monitoring gear).Work Style:
Detail-oriented, self-directed, and effective within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Preferred Qualifications Hands-on proficiency with specialty fiber handling, precision cleaving, stripping, and fusion splicing.
Direct background working on Directed Energy or New Space/aerospace laser programs.
Practical knowledge of fiber laser cavity dynamics, high-power beam management, and nonlinear optical effects.
Strong data analysis, technical documentation, and presentation abilities.
Compensation & Benefits Base Rate: $45.00 – $60.00 / hour Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off (PTO)
Flexible working schedule
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