Opto-Mechanical Engineer

We have an immediate opportunity for an Opto-Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and integration of sophisticated systems used in advanced hardware platforms. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of opto-mechanical components, ensuring high-reliability performance in demanding environments.

Key Responsibilities Precision Design:

Develop opto-mechanical systems, including high-performance optical components, robust mechanical structures, and micro-positioning alignment mechanisms.

Cross-Functional Integration:

Serve as the primary technical bridge between mechanical and optical engineering teams to integrate complex assemblies into larger hardware platforms.

Performance Validation:

Ensure designs meet stringent optical performance requirements and maintain compatibility with integrated electronic and structural systems.

Hands-on Alignment:

Lead onsite precision alignment, mounting, and stabilization efforts for sensitive hardware.

Testing & Metrology:

Develop and execute comprehensive validation plans, performing reliability testing to ensure functionality under extreme specifications.

Technical Analysis:

Conduct rigorous optical and mechanical analysis to optimize system performance and mitigate the risk of assembly failure.

Technical Documentation:

Prepare and maintain detailed design specifications, test reports, and technical manuals to ensure scalability and maintainability.

Project Oversight:

Manage timelines, resources, and budgets for specialized engineering tasks within a fast-paced environment

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related field (Master's or PhD preferred).

Industry Experience:

At least five years of experience designing and building opto-mechanical systems in a high-precision manufacturing or aerospace environment.

Optical Design Software:

Minimum 2 years of experience with Zemax (CodeV acceptable) and basic proficiency in stray light analysis (FRED, LightTools, or similar).

Fiber Optics Expertise:

Advanced skills in cleaving, splicing, core-alignment, high-density routing, and link engineering/loss budgeting.

Mechanical CAD:

Proficiency in CAD for structural design and integration.

Metrology Skills:

Practical experience with interferometry, autocollimators, and precision measurement tools.

Theoretical Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of optical surface fabrication and polishing techniques. Applied knowledge of Seidel, Zernike, and chromatic aberrations.

Leadership:

Demonstrated ability to instruct and mentor technicians and entry level engineers in a rapidly evolving development environment.