Do you have industrial experience in the Optics / Photonics industry?
Are you looking for a challenging role where you will have a major input to world-leading, innovative products that are marketed worldwide?
Would you like to work on a brand new global project at a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility?
This could be the role for you!
We are looking for an Optical Systems Engineer with a diverse skill set to join our Optics and Fibre Optic R&D team in the Fibre-Optic Manufacturing centre based in Torquay. As part of a global R&D team, you will be leading the development of a range of products focused on fibre optic amplifier sub-systems for free space optical communications, aerospace, and remote sensing applications. The job will involve a range of tasks related to the design, prototype assembly, and testing of fibre-optic and photonics-based components and sub-systems, typically covering TRL4 to TRL7.
This position requires the individual to have a well-rounded background with a broad knowledge base in fibre-optics, photonics, and related technologies. Although you will be working as part of a team, you should be capable of working independently – a self-starter, able to progress & lead on projects and troubleshoot problems. The role offers a wide variety of activity, from technical involvement in initial product concepts, hardware development, customer interaction, and leadership responsibilities.
Main responsibilities:
1. Provide technical leadership in the design and development of high power fibre-optic amplifier subsystems and their components.
2. Ensure projects and programmes meet deadlines, milestones, and are within budget.
3. Work within a multidisciplinary team that includes optical, mechanical, and electronic design engineers.
4. Active involvement and management of prototype build & assembly – including fibre-optic splicing, mechanical/electrical assembly, and opto-electronic testing.
5. Develop and execute test plans for functional and environmental verification of photonic components and systems, verifying compliance to target specifications.
6. Customer interaction – Engage with customers, negotiate specifications, and present results clearly and concisely for both internal and external customers.
7. Develop strong working links with technical and business experts across G&H.
8. Deliver technical reviews and produce management reports resulting from technical activities.
Ideal candidates will have the following:
1. 3+ years relevant experience within the optics/photonics industry with knowledge of optical amplifiers.
2. Commercial experience in the product development of fibre optics or laser products.
3. Hands-on experience building and testing fibre-optic components or opto-electronic modules.
4. Ability to generate proposals and manage the financial and technical aspects of development projects.
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to engage customers technically and collaboratively; Comfortable creating and giving technical presentations.
6. Degree or PhD in Engineering or Physics with Optics, Photonics or Fibre optics bias.
As well as a competitive salary and training, company benefits include:
1. Company pension pays 6%.
2. Company bonus scheme.
3. Health Cash Plan.
4. SAYE Scheme.
5. Bonus for friend referral scheme (T’s and C’s apply).
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