Electrical Engineer
Core
Architect, develop, and validate beam-delivery and targeting subsystems for next-generation defense laser platforms to shoot down drones.
Role type
Senior Laser Systems Engineer (Directed Energy)
Builds
Edge-deployed laser systems for cUAS applications
Domain
Defense / Directed Energy / Optics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | physical/clinical work
Required skills
High-power laser development, optical-train engineering, beam-train architecture, automated aiming systems, ablation testing, damage-threshold characterization, pulsed and CW laser architectures, optical design software (Zemax, Code V), CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo), fiber-optic interfaces
Preferred skills
Field-deployed laser systems experience, optical fiber handling and splice qualification, environmental qualification testing, laser safety (ANSI Z136), ITAR regulations
Technologies
Zemax, Code V, SolidWorks, Creo
Responsibilities
Design and assemble end-to-end optical paths including coatings, mirrors, and alignment fixtures; Develop and integrate laser-aiming subsystems for precision tracking; Plan and execute material ablation experiments and characterize damage thresholds; Conduct comparative analyses of laser operation modes and wavelength selection; Partner with controls, mechanical, and sensor teams for system-level integration; Drive rapid bench-prototype builds through range-testing cycles; Produce comprehensive technical reports and test-plan documentation
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC