Senior Optical Systems Engineer

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Full time
Location: Torquay
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Job offered by: G&H Group
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Category:
All Jobs > Senior Optical Systems Engineer 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 a Senior Development 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 test 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:

Provide technical leadership in the design and development of high power fibre-optic amplifier subsystems and their components. Ensure projects and programmes meet deadlines, milestones, and are within budget. Work within a multidisciplinary team that includes optical, mechanical, and electronic design engineers. Active involvement and management of prototype build & assembly – including fibre-optic splicing, mechanical/electrical assembly, and opto-electronic testing. Develop and execute test plans for functional and environmental verification of photonic components and systems, verifying compliance to target specifications. Customer interaction – Engage with customers, negotiate specifications, and present results clearly and concisely for both internal and external customers. Develop strong working links with technical and business experts across G&H. Deliver technical reviews and produce management reports resulting from technical activities. Ideal Candidates Will Have the Following:

3+ years relevant experience within the optics/photonics industry with knowledge of optical amplifiers. Commercial experience in the product development of fibre optics or laser products. Hands-on experience building and testing fibre-optic components or opto-electronic modules. Ability to generate proposals and manage the financial and technical aspects of development projects. Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to engage customers technically and collaboratively. Comfortable creating and giving technical presentations. 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:

Company pension pays 6%. Company bonus scheme. Health Cash Plan. Bonus for friend referral scheme (T’s and C’s apply).

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