Fiber Optic Engineer
Staff Optics Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for the design, development, testing, and support of advanced fiber-optic, laser, and electro-optic technologies used in mission-critical aerospace and defense applications. You will leverage deep expertise in optical systems and fiber-optic technologies to develop innovative solutions while supporting both new product development and existing products throughout their lifecycle.
*To be considered for Staff Optics Engineer, you will need:*
* Bachelor’s degree in physics, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
* Minimum 7 years of experience in optical system design, development, and testing.
* Significant experience using Zemax for optical design, simulation, and optimization.
* Experience developing and integrating fiber-optic technologies and devices.
* Strong understanding of laser systems, optical alignment techniques, and imaging-based systems.
* Experience creating technical documentation, test procedures, and manufacturing processes.
* Knowledge of applicable standards related to lasers, fiber-optics, and optical manufacturing processes.
* Ability to troubleshoot complex optical and electro-optical systems.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills.
* Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance and access U.S. export-controlled information.
*Preferred Qualifications*
* PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
* Experience with fiber-optic rotary joints, optical switches, multi-fiber harnesses, and high-power optical devices.
* Experience supporting manufacturing and production environments.
* Experience developing manufacturing processes for silicon micromachined devices and/or MEMS-based technologies.
* Laser Safety Officer experience or certification.
Pay: $120,564.85 - $170,863.05 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Relocation assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
* Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance and access U.S. export-controlled information?
* Experience with fiber-optic rotary joints, optical switches, multi-fiber harnesses, and high-power optical devices? (Plus)
Education:
* Doctorate (Preferred)
Experience:
* Optics Engineer: 7 years (Preferred)
* Optical system design, development, and testing.: 7 years (Required)
* Using Zemax for optical design, simulation, and optimization: 3 years (Required)
* Develop and integrating fiber-optic technologies & devices: 3 years (Required)
* Lasers, optical alignment techniques, & imaging: 3 years (Required)
* Create technical documents, test procedures & manufacturing: 3 years (Required)
* Troubleshoot complex optical and electro-optical systems: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Blacksburg, VA 24060: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Work Location: In person