Senior Optical Systems Engineer - South West England
Leading photonics company seeks a Senior Optical Systems Engineer to join our R&D team. You'll develop cutting-edge fiber optic components, high-power optical amplifiers, and optical transmitter sub-systems across multiple markets. The role is hybrid although fully remote UK based candidates will be considered.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Design and develop optical/fiber-optic components and subsystems
2. Lead a small technical team
3. Participate in prototype build & test
4. Collaborate with mechanical and electronic design engineers
5. Manage key project budgets and timelines
Requirements:
1. Degree in Engineering or Physics (PhD preferred)
2. Experience in high-power fiber lasers/amplifiers, non-linear optics, or photonic integrated circuits
3. Knowledge of fiber-optic and free-space transmission systems
4. Team leadership experience
5. Strong problem-solving abilities
6. Limited travel (<5%)
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