Optical Engineer - Directed Energy
Company: nLIGHT, Inc.
Location: Washington
Posted on: September 21, 2023
Job Description:
Who We Are:At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of
laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading
provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for
industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications,
to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are
made, but also changing the things that can be made.Headquartered
in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ:
LASR).Your Challenge:The Directed Energy Laser Development group
has an opening for an Optical Engineer to support the development
of high-power fiber amplifiers. In this role, you will develop
next-generation fiber laser products in a fast-growing, vertically
integrated company while also taking products from concept phase
through prototypes to product release as a core member of an
interdisciplinary team.Your Responsibilities:
- Contribute to a cross-functional teams pursing the development
of novel fiber laser designs
- Apply theoretical and experimental understanding of lasers,
fiber optics and opto-mechanical design to the development of
high-power fiber amplifiers for military applications
- Design and develop fiber laser systems and critical components,
including seed lasers, amplifiers, and opto-mechanical
sub-systems
- Test and characterization of complex, laser-based,
opto-mechanical systemsYour Qualifications & Education:
- BS in an engineering discipline, Physics, or Material Science
(MS or PhD preferred)
- Hands on experience with development of fiber and/or
solid-state lasers and amplifiers, optics, and/or opto-mechanical
systems
- Strong laboratory skills including optical testing and
characterization of high-power lasers or complex optical
sub-assemblies
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills, including problem
identification, data analysis, action planning, and execution
- Strong theoretical and experimental understanding of lasers and
their associated optics
- Fiber laser system design and modeling, including practical
considerations (manufacturability, serviceability, and reliability)
is desired
- Experience designing, assembling and testing complex
opto-mechanical systems for military or defense applications is a
plus
- Ability to summarize and present results and conclusions
clearly and effectively
- nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify
for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US Citizen
or legal Permanent Resident)nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Salary, level based on experience,
education and skills:
- Optical Engineer I: $75,000 - $90,000
- Optical Engineer II: $85,000 - $105,000Other Compensation and
Benefits:
- Target Cash Bonus of 5% of your wages
- Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
- 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year, increasing by 1 day each
year up to 4 weeks
- 9 paid holidays
- Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month
following start date
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits including Prescription and
Orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $37.00 per pay
period
- Flexible Spending and Health Spending Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life &
AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Pet InsurancenLIGHT is subject to US Export Control
regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person
(that is, a US Citizen or legal Permanent Resident).Equal
Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more
information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity,
please see these government posters: "" and its accompanying. If
you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable
accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact
Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or.
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Keywords: nLIGHT, Inc., Washington DC , Optical Engineer - Directed Energy, Engineering , Washington, DC
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