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Technical Director Laser Engineering

Location:

San Diego, CA, US, 92127

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing photonic engine technology for government and commercial markets, including defense and security, quantum information sciences, life sciences, and industrial process control. As a laser technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company. Daylight laser solutions span the full spectrum from UV to visible to NIR to mid-IR.

At DRS Daylight Solutions, you will be eligible for competitive pay, great benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, 9/80 work schedule, and Tuition Assistance. Our Daylight family-oriented culture allows you to receive hands-on training, professional development, career advancement and exposure to the latest and greatest technology, where our motto is To protect with Light. Come join the family!

Job Summary

Guide the technical design of products. May guide designs involving interdisciplinary teams in close cooperation with senior engineering management, program management and / or product line management. Serve as an expert in assigned technical area, both internally and to represent the company externally.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as an expert in assigned technical area, both internally and to represent the company externally
• Provide input to a portion or all of the technical design of a product(s) or system(s)
• Adhere to customer specifications and requirements, and develop designs to best support them, including cost as a key design variable
• May guide designs involving interdisciplinary teams in close cooperation with senior engineering management, program management and / or product line management.
• May manage others; not a general engineering function, such as software, electrical engineering, etc.
• Works closely with engineering management team to provide budget, cost, and schedule input for design assignments; support the program design to cost and design for manufacture requirements
• Analyze designs as necessary, and may document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements
• May specify and evaluate supplier components, subsystems, and services
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as required
• Participates extensively in preparation of the more complex and significant proposals
• Provide technical expertise, mentoring, coaching, and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
• Interact with technical management, other professionals, technicians, and support personnel to coordinate, recommend, and confer regarding technical activities and progress
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization

Job Responsibilities Part II

• May support technical conferences as a guest speaker
• Work closely with other technical leaders across the company as needed

Specialties may include:

• Involved in the development, characterization, and improvement of laser systems. Assist in the definition engineering requirements, specify design and components, assemble, characterize, and validate new lasers or improvements of existing laser systems. Identify optical components including lenses, laser materials, fiber optics, and other related components. Assist in the specification, purchasing, and qualification of laser parts.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in engineering with a minimum of 10+ years of experience
• Industry recognition from past work.
  

The expected pay scale for this position is $164,077/year - $243,650/year. Should the level, location, or scope of the position change during the hiring process, the pay scale may be modified accordingly. When extending an offer of employment, DRS Daylight Solutions considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position; any Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, the candidates relevant work experience, education/training, certifications, and key skills; internal equity; and market and business considerations.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws . #LI-SF1 #INDDAY

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.

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Program Manager II Laser Technology Research Portfolio Manager

The Ground Systems & Services (GSS) Strategic Business Unit is responsible for driving business growth in the ground systems development, operations & sustainment, and technical services markets. This business unit focuses on designing, building and integrating ground systems in support of air and space-based assets, providing operational support for mission platforms and instruments and offering scientific and engineering expertise to our customers.

What Youll Do:

• Responsible for the overall leadership of a portfolio of programs that is primarily responsible for investigating laser energy on materials, components, and systems and development of new laser sources for DoD applications.
• Plan, organize, direct, and control all activities of assigned program(s) to satisfy contractual requirements (budget, schedule, statement of work, technical specifications, security, safety and other contract requirements) and meet financial commitments to the company, while ensuring good employee and customer relations.
• Regularly meet with and serve as the main interface with the customer(s). Occasionally provides counsel to customer on matters of program execution.
• Serve as the main BAE representative on all program related subjects.
• Review and evaluate the program status on a continuing basis and work unplanned program issues to a best solution, including development of plans-forward, escalation and increased resources as required.
• Interface effectively with Strategic Business Unit (SBU) management to communicate program progress, accomplishments, challenges and mitigation/resolution plans.
• Interface effectively with Strategic Capabilities Unit (SCU) management to ensure program(s) are staffed with appropriate skill levels and that work is being accomplished according to plan.
• Ensure that all business is conducted using the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations.
• Identify and ensure required compliance with the government and company regulations, policies/procedures and guidelines; negotiate acceptance/approval of all program plans with internal interfaces and the customer.
• Coordinate the shared use of capital assets and company facilities with other programs.
• Ensure the program requirements, purposes, objectives, and expectations are communicated and flowed down to the internal team and subcontractors.
• Develop and monitor fidelity of the program baseline including definition of tasks, program budgets and program schedules.
• Employ proactive risk & opportunity management processes and practices to mitigate or capture potential program issues and improvements.
• If required, employs Earned Value (EV) and Earned Value Management (EVM) processes and practices including variance reporting.
• Lead change proposal efforts for program including pre-coordination with customer to establish expectations.
• Lead in the development of program add-on/follow-on activities including capture planning, program execution strategies, definition of assumptions and ground rules, and developing executable program plans.
• Typically, the focal point for follow-on, repeat or new-related business development on existing programs within the portfolio or customer set. Collaborates with Capture Managers and business development personnel to maintain and grow services.
• Participate in proposal preparation activities in support of new business capture opportunities with existing and/or new customers and programs.
• Lead technical, contracts, and subcontracts staff in monitoring performance of subcontractors performing on the contract.
• Direct the work of program leads (e.g., Project Managers and Project Engineers) and other designated staff supporting contract execution, delegate critical functions, as required.
• Provide leadership to the program team, balancing the needs of the program with individual expectations. Be an advocate for career development of members of the program team.
• Create a motivational environment where team members understand the mission, are fully engaged and empowered to execute, and are recognized for their performance.
• Resolve conflicts, demands and priorities on assigned programs.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment:

This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• BS/BA in related field plus 10 years or more related experience. Each higher-level degree, i.e., Masters Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.
• Proven skills in research or engineering program management.
• Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to lead groups and give formal presentations.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Knowledge of experimental laser effects research and laser development highly desired.
• Experience with business development highly desired.

Pay Information:

Full-Time Salary Range: $1333 - $226667

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits:

At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED The Ground Systems & Services (GSS) Strategic Business Unit is responsible for driving business growth in the ground systems development, operations & sustainment, and technical services markets. This business unit focuses on designing, building and integrating ground systems in support of air and space-based assets, providing operational support for mission platforms and instruments and offering scientific and engineering expertise to our customers.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for the overall leadership of a portfolio of programs that is primarily responsible for investigating laser energy on materials, components, and systems and development of new laser sources for DoD applications.
• Plan, organize, direct, and control all activities of assigned program(s) to satisfy contractual requirements (budget, schedule, statement of work, technical specifications, security, safety and other contract requirements) and meet financial commitments to the company, while ensuring good employee and customer relations.
• Regularly meet with and serve as the main interface with the customer(s). Occasionally provides counsel to customer on matters of program execution.
• Serve as the main BAE representative on all program related subjects.
• Review and evaluate the program status on a continuing basis and work unplanned program issues to a best solution, including development of plans-forward, escalation and increased resources as required.
• Interface effectively with Strategic Business Unit (SBU) management to communicate program progress, accomplishments, challenges and mitigation/resolution plans.
• Interface effectively with Strategic Capabilities Unit (SCU) management to ensure program(s) are staffed with appropriate skill levels and that work is being accomplished according to plan.
• Ensure that all business is conducted using the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations.
• Identify and ensure required compliance with the government and company regulations, policies/procedures and guidelines; negotiate acceptance/approval of all program plans with internal interfaces and the customer.
• Coordinate the shared use of capital assets and company facilities with other programs.
• Ensure the program requirements, purposes, objectives, and expectations are communicated and flowed down to the internal team and subcontractors.
• Develop and monitor fidelity of the program baseline including definition of tasks, program budgets and program schedules.
• Employ proactive risk & opportunity management processes and practices to mitigate or capture potential program issues and improvements.
• If required, employs Earned Value (EV) and Earned Value Management (EVM) processes and practices including variance reporting.
• Lead change proposal efforts for program including pre-coordination with customer to establish expectations.
• Lead in the development of program add-on/follow-on activities including capture planning, program execution strategies, definition of assumptions and ground rules, and developing executable program plans.
• Typically, the focal point for follow-on, repeat or new-related business development on existing programs within the portfolio or customer set. Collaborates with Capture Managers and business development personnel to maintain and grow services.
• Participate in proposal preparation activities in support of new business capture opportunities with existing and/or new customers and programs.
• Lead technical, contracts, and subcontracts staff in monitoring performance of subcontractors performing on the contract.
• Direct the work of program leads (e.g., Project Managers and Project Engineers) and other designated staff supporting contract execution, delegate critical functions, as required.
• Provide leadership to the program team, balancing the needs of the program with individual expectations. Be an advocate for career development of members of the program team.
• Create a motivational environment where team members understand the mission, are fully engaged and empowered to execute, and are recognized for their performance.
• Resolve conflicts, demands and priorities on assigned programs.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• BS/BA in related field plus 10 years or more related experience. Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.
• Proven skills in research or engineering program management.
• Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to lead groups and give formal presentations.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Advanced degree preferred.
• Knowledge of experimental laser effects research and laser development highly desired.
• Experience with business development highly desired.

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $133,333 - $226,667 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

**Job Description**
**US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED**
#LI-NP1
The Ground Systems & Services (GSS) Strategic Business Unit is responsible for driving business growth in the ground systems development, operations & sustainment, and technical services markets. This business unit focuses on designing, building and integrating ground systems in support of air and space-based assets, providing operational support for mission platforms and instruments and offering scientific and engineering expertise to our customers.
**What You ll Do:**
+ Responsible for the overall leadership of a portfolio of programs that is primarily responsible for investigating laser energy on materials, components, and systems and development of new laser sources for DoD applications.
+ Plan, organize, direct, and control all activities of assigned program(s) to satisfy contractual requirements (budget, schedule, statement of work, technical specifications, security, safety and other contract requirements) and meet financial commitments to the company, while ensuring good employee and customer relations.
+ Regularly meet with and serve as the main interface with the customer(s). Occasionally provides counsel to customer on matters of program execution.
+ Serve as the main BAE representative on all program related subjects.
+ Review and evaluate the program status on a continuing basis and work unplanned program issues to a best solution, including development of plans-forward, escalation and increased resources as required.
+ Interface effectively with Strategic Business Unit (SBU) management to communicate program progress, accomplishments, challenges and mitigation/resolution plans.
+ Interface effectively with Strategic Capabilities Unit (SCU) management to ensure program(s) are staffed with appropriate skill levels and that work is being accomplished according to plan.
+ Ensure that all business is conducted using the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations.
+ Identify and ensure required compliance with the government and company regulations, policies/procedures and guidelines; negotiate acceptance/approval of all program plans with internal interfaces and the customer.
+ Coordinate the shared use of capital assets and company facilities with other programs.
+ Ensure the program requirements, purposes, objectives, and expectations are communicated and flowed down to the internal team and subcontractors.
+ Develop and monitor fidelity of the program baseline including definition of tasks, program budgets and program schedules.
+ Employ proactive risk & opportunity management processes and practices to mitigate or capture potential program issues and improvements.
+ If required, employs Earned Value (EV) and Earned Value Management (EVM) processes and practices including variance reporting.
+ Lead change proposal efforts for program including pre-coordination with customer to establish expectations.
+ Lead in the development of program add-on/follow-on activities including capture planning, program execution strategies, definition of assumptions and ground rules, and developing executable program plans.
+ Typically, the focal point for follow-on, repeat or new-related business development on existing programs within the portfolio or customer set. Collaborates with Capture Managers and business development personnel to maintain and grow services.
+ Participate in proposal preparation activities in support of new business capture opportunities with existing and/or new customers and programs.
+ Lead technical, contracts, and subcontracts staff in monitoring performance of subcontractors performing on the contract.
+ Direct the work of program leads (e.g., Project Managers and Project Engineers) and other designated staff supporting contract execution, delegate critical functions, as required.
+ Provide leadership to the program team, balancing the needs of the program with individual expectations. Be an advocate for career development of members of the program team.
+ Create a motivational environment where team members understand the mission, are fully engaged and empowered to execute, and are recognized for their performance.
+ Resolve conflicts, demands and priorities on assigned programs.
+ Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
+ Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
+ Perform other duties as necessary.
**On-Site Work Environment:** This position requires regular in-person engagement by working **on-site five days** each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
**Working Conditions:**
+ Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.
**Required Education, Experience, & Skills**
+ BS/BA in related field plus 10 years or more related experience.
+ Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
+ A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI.
+ Proven skills in research or engineering program management.
+ Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to lead groups and give formal presentations.
**Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills**
+ Advanced degree preferred.
+ Knowledge of experimental laser effects research and laser development highly desired.
+ Experience with business development highly desired.
**Pay Information**
Full-Time Salary Range: $1333 - $226667
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
**Program Manager II Laser Technology Research Portfolio Manager**
**113059BR**
EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression

**Be visionary**
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research?
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
**Job Description**
**About Teledyne FLIR Defense:**
Join Teledyne FLIR Defense, where we're dedicated to safeguarding lives with cutting-edge sensing and threat detection technologies. Our arsenal includes advanced surveillance sensors, handheld devices, unmanned vehicles, lasers, and more solutions that increase operational effectiveness for warfighters, first responders, and search-and-rescue teams.
We're looking for passionate innovators eager to shape the future of the Defense industry. If you're mission-driven to globally collaborate on life-saving solutions, we invite you to explore our current opportunities.
#TeledyneFLIRDefenseJobs
**Job Summary:**
Provide innovative product and process design/optimization for new laser products and existing product platforms, based on company owned and licensed technologies. Lead schedule driven product development efforts. Support planning and daily management of schedule, cost, and performance requirements for assigned product development efforts. Provide technical support to business development activities and work with and between various business units to achieve product development goals and requirements. In addition, serve as Senior Laser and Optical engineer, conducting design trades and analyses on development projects. Some mechanical engineering skills required, relating to military-grade opto-mechanical systems.
**Duties and Responsibilities:**
1. Technical Responsibilities
+ Technical leadership in product development efforts.
+ Work as a core team member in a multi-disciplinary team including mechanical engineers, electronics engineers, optical designers, and physicists.
+ Lead the product development with regards to the laser and opto-mechanical design.
+ Apply technology expertise and experience to the design of products to pre-established product performance requirements.
+ Manage schedule for development efforts of new laser products or optimization of current products including experimental plan to support timely product release.
+ Perform and/or assist laboratory personnel in performing experimental testing and design verification testing during product development.
+ Provide technical review for critical suppliers of key processes or parts.
+ Support product design reviews and test verification reviews.
+ Formulate test methods, protocols, and manufacturing processes as well perform independent experiments to solve manufacturing issues.
2. Business Development Support
+ Provide technical support to business development in formulating product concepts, proof of concept, program plans, and technology capability assessment.
+ Provide technical briefings and / or inputs to briefings for prospective customers.
+ Assist in the writing of technical portions of bid and proposal submissions.
3. Other
+ Perform other duties as required/assigned from time to time.
**Education and Experience:**
+ BS, MS or PhD in physics or electronics engineering.
+ Minimum of five years, hands on laser design and development experience. Must be able to demonstrate recent ownership of responsibility for a major laser system design.
+ Ability and willingness to follow design processes and guidelines including support of technical internal reviews, generation of written documentation for design and proof of concept testing, and generation of product design notes and memoranda for product history files.
+ Demonstrated ability to work to demanding schedules and manage risks inherent in specific product development and production transition requirements and schedules.
**Specific Desired Competencies:**
Engineering Manager Responsibilities:
+ Responsible for Project management per New Product Introduction Process
+ Oversee Configuration Management System
+ Familiar with standard Engineering Change Order Processes
+ Develop and mentor product development teams
+ Track progress of teams through weekly meetings and discussions
+ Familiar with handling of Export Controlled Information as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), US Department of State.
+ Project Scheduling and budgeting
+ Conduct performance reviews
Optical Engineering Skills:
+ Zemax (ANSYS) OpticStudio optical design software
+ Optical design:
+ Resonator types and alignment sensitivities for military qualified laser systems
+ Laser beam propagation (single mode and multimode systems)
+ Beam expansion telescope design (athermal and diffraction limited designs)
Solid State Laser Engineering Skills:
+ Extensive experience with 4-level and 3-level solid state laser mediums (Nd:YAG, Er:Glass, etc.)
+ Extensive experience with both electro-optic and passive Q-switched laser system design (Lithium Niobate, Cr:YAG, Cobalt Spinel, etc.)
+ Experience with laser range finder designs and principles
Mechanical Engineer Skills:
+ Utilizing Solidworks CAD system
+ Extensive opto-mechanical design for MIL-grade laser systems
+ Thermal design
+ Document control with Solidworks Enterprise Product Data Management System (EPDM)
Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.
#FLIR
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ?
You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day **.**
Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. We provide the highest performing field-proven wavelength management solutions from components to modules and integrated line-cards. Continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting edge WSS and amplifier technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software integration capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks.

In Bridgewater NJ, we serve large, global clients in telecom and datacom industries in providing next generation optical modules to support the growing need for data and communications. We are developing optical connectivity solutions, optoelectronic solutions, Wavelength Selective Solutions assembly and fiber optic assemblies and arrays.

We are looking for a Optical Engineering Manager with a focus on holistic viewpoint of optical systems. The Optical Engineering Manager leads development of complex free-space optical systems by, generating optical design concept, considering the entire product from optical point of view, solving design issues, optimizing the system design in terms of performance, cost and schedule. This person must have strong understanding of optical principles and extensive experience in various fields including physics, electronics, mechanical, software, reliability and project management to lead the optical product development effort. As a principal member of the team, this position is responsible for all the optical aspects of a new product development as well as new technology development activities. This expertise will lead to the advancement of our products and services in the fields of optical communication.

What You Will Do

• Innovation of optical system design of Molex free space optical systems
• Manage a team of optical engineers for new product development, R&D, manufacturing supports
• Mentor other engineers and cross functional groups on optical engineering
• Conduct thorough analysis of products' optical requirements and specifications
• Plan and manage optical system engineering for product development which requires collaboration with electrical, mechanical, SW, reliability engineering teams
• Monitor and R&D for new technologies and components we can utilize in our products
• Work with marketing team to generate technology development strategy for future product applications

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, Photonics or related technical field. PhD. is plus
• At least 15 years of industry experience with free-space optical systems
• Experienced in leading the development of free space optical systems
• Experience in managing a team of engineers
• Familiarity with project management methodologies
• Excellent understanding and experience with optical simulation tools such as Zemax
• Strong hands-on experience with optical benchtops and fiber coupling techniques
• Experience with optical system design for manufacturing, design and cost

For this role, we anticipate paying $180,000 - $250,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ).