Senior Optical Systems Engineer

Senior Optical Systems Engineer SALARY - COMPETITIVE DOE LOCATION - TORQUAY What we can offer you: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 6% company pension contribution Company bonus scheme Health Cash Plan Referral bonus (T&Cs apply) The role: We are seeking a Senior Development Engineer with expertise in the optics and photonics industry to join a global R&D team focused on developing fibre-optic amplifier subsystems for free-space optical communications, aerospace, and remote sensing applications. Based in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, this role involves leading the design, prototype assembly, and testing of photonics-based components, from initial concepts to more advanced stages (TRL4 to TRL7). You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, oversee prototype builds, and manage testing to verify compliance with specifications. The role also includes customer interaction, technical leadership, and responsibility for meeting project deadlines and budgets. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is self-driven, with a broad knowledge of fibre optics and photonics, and ready to make a major impact on cutting-edge global projects. What we want from you: 3 years of relevant experience in the optics/photonics industry, with a focus on optical amplifiers Commercial experience in product development for fibre optics or laser products Hands-on experience in building and testing fibre-optic components or opto-electronic modules Ability to generate proposals and manage the financial and technical aspects of development projects Degree or PhD in Engineering or Physics, with a focus on Optics, Photonics, or Fibre Optics If you are interested in finding out more then please call me on (phone number removed) or click 'Apply now

Location: Bradley Valley, GB

Posted Date: 1/10/2025