Principal Optical Engineer
Core
Architecting novel optical sensor technologies and bridging research to real-world application for military defense, space exploration, and biomedical engineering.
Role type
Principal Optical Engineer (Technical Lead & SME)
Builds
Next-generation optical sensors, photonic and laser systems, and device prototypes.
Domain
Defense, Space Exploration, Biomedical Engineering, Optics, Photonics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Optical system design, photonic and laser technologies, embedded firmware development, quantitative analysis, root cause analysis, technical risk mitigation, cost reduction strategies, cross-functional team leadership, security clearance management
Preferred skills
Masters or PhD in Optical Engineering/Physics, 10-15 years experience, cybersecurity expertise
Technologies
Optical devices, photonic components, laser technologies, embedded firmware, test instrumentation
Responsibilities
Design, analyze, and integrate optical components; develop and test systems based on optic, photonic, and laser technologies; specify and qualify active and passive optical components; develop test procedures and evaluate instrumentation; resolve technical issues in instrumentation production; document engineering changes; identify technical risks and execute mitigation strategies; mentor engineers and teach best practices.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership