Technical Manager

Technical Manager – Fiber Laser (R&D)Technical Manager needed to lead the Fiber Laser group following the promotion of Jeff Nicholson. This role combines team leadership with hands-on technical work in a highly R&D-focused environment.What you'll doLead the fiber laser R&D team and set technical directionOwn end-to-end development: design, build, test, and analysisDrive experimental design, measurement strategy, and data interpretationExecute and guide research programs from concept through validationCollaborate across teams and mentor engineers while staying technically involvedWhat we're looking for8–15 years of experience with high-power fiber lasers or optical systemsStrong background in hands-on testing, measurement, and analysisProven ability to lead and execute research programsPrior team leadership or mentorship experienceEducationPhD preferred with publications and applied research experienceMS considered with strong relevant industry experienceThis role is best suited for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems, working in the lab, and leading from the front in an R&D setting.