Veracity Ventures Inc.
Staff Optic Engineer
Full Time • Staff Optic Engineer
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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Staff Optic Engineer
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Full Time
Summary:
Summary:
As a Staff Optics Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for the design, development, testing, and support of advanced fiber-optic, laser, and electro-optic technologies used in mission-critical aerospace and defense applications. You will leverage deep expertise in optical systems and fiber-optic technologies to develop innovative solutions while supporting both new product development and existing products throughout their lifecycle.
To be considered for Staff Optics Engineer, you will need:
- Bachelor’s degree in physics, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in optical system design, development, and testing.
- Significant experience using Zemax for optical design, simulation, and optimization.
- Experience developing and integrating fiber-optic technologies and devices.
- Strong understanding of laser systems, optical alignment techniques, and imaging-based systems.
- Experience creating technical documentation, test procedures, and manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of applicable standards related to lasers, fiber-optics, and optical manufacturing processes.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex optical and electro-optical systems.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance and access U.S. export-controlled information.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Physics, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with fiber-optic rotary joints, optical switches, multi-fiber harnesses, and high-power optical devices.
- Experience supporting manufacturing and production environments.
- Experience developing manufacturing processes for silicon micromachined devices and/or MEMS-based technologies.
- Laser Safety Officer experience or certification.
Compensation: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
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