Optical Engineer
Core
Design, prototype, and test high-performance optical systems for kW-level laser beam propagation and tracking to protect against weaponized drones.
Role type
Senior IC optical engineer (defense laser systems)
Builds
High-power laser beam director and imaging subsystems for defense technology
Domain
Defense / High-power lasers / Optics
Required skills
Free space Gaussian beam propagation, Optical system design and assembly, Optical CAD (Zemax, Code-V, LightTools), Optical component testing and evaluation, Custom optical element and coating manufacturing, Optical housing and assembly design
Preferred skills
Cross-functional collaboration, Technical mentoring, Project scheduling and estimation
Technologies
Zemax, Code-V, LightTools
Responsibilities
Design and prototype high performance optical systems for kW level laser beam propagation and tracking, Specify and evaluate imaging lenses within visible, infrared, and thermal wavelength ranges, Test and evaluate optical components and lenses for diffraction limited performance, Work with suppliers to manufacture custom optical elements and lenses and coatings, Interface with hardware and software teams to define and support optical imaging and tracking systems, Provide leadership to other team members
