Optical Engineer
Core
Design, model, and analyze complex high-energy laser systems, diagnostics, and beam transport systems for the National Ignition Facility.
Role type
Senior IC Optical Engineer (High Energy Laser Systems)
Builds
High-fidelity optical systems, diagnostics, and beam transport subsystems for fusion research
Domain
Defense & National Security / High Energy Laser Physics
Required skills
Optical system design, Geometrical optics, Lens design, Optical tolerancing, Stray light analysis, CODE V, FRED, MATLAB, Python, Optical fabrication analysis
Preferred skills
Physical optics simulations, FRED/Code V scripting, Leading multidisciplinary teams, High energy laser system experience
Technologies
CODE V, FRED, MATLAB, Python
Responsibilities
Design and model moderately complex to complex optical systems; Perform non-sequential, stray light, and ghost analysis; Define optical requirements from system-level performance needs; Diagnose optical issues and develop practical solutions; Lead conceptual designs and advanced simulations (SES.3 level)
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC (SES.2/SES.3 levels available)