Optical Engineer

Optical Engineer

Designs, models, analyzes, and tests optical, electro-optical, and opto-mechanical systems and components, including sensors, lasers, fiber-optics, and telecommunications products. Conducts research and development into phases of physical optics and geometric optics, lasers, laser characteristics, laser maintenance, and broadband optical sources. Applies research of complex optical systems to achieve desired optical outcomes. Develops component specifications, tolerances, simulations and tests procedures for electro-optical systems and components.

Uses design-to-cost models, six sigma methodology, and other methods to assure and verify optical design requirements are met.

Must Have:

• Characterization of high power fiber coupled pump sources
• Cladding pumped, large diameter fiber (LDF) doped fiber amplifiers and/or some experience in high power laser systems
• Familiarity with optics, thermal management, and laser control systems
• Experience mitigating and studying nonlinear optics (SRS, SBS, MMI/TMI)

Nice to Have:

• Cleanroom experience
• Experience developing fiber pump combiners
• Cladding light strippers
• Fiber laser thermal solutions

Clearance:
Candidates must have an active clearance to be considered for this position. Do not submit candidates without a clearance.

Travel:
Limited travel may be required. TBD by hiring manager.

Work from Home:
This position will require the individual to be on site 80-90% of the time. Final schedule TBD by hiring manager.

Interview Process: 1st round interview will be with hiring manager. 2nd round interview will be with additional team members.

Level of Effort:
Full-Time Basis

Top Secret clearance required.