24 Optical Engineering jobs in the United States
Optical Engineering Manager
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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 ).
Electro-Optical Engineering Manager
Posted 21 days ago
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Are you ready for a challenge? Are you a fearless thinker that loves the challenge of advancing into groundbreaking technology? We are in urgent need of world-renowned talent who are as excited as we are about changing the future of aviation. Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company has a demonstrated record of delivering breakthrough capabilities and landmark aircraft that continually redefine flight.
At Lockheed Martin we challenge the status quo, we embrace change, value the perspective of others and leverage innovation to drive a global competitive advantage. Aligned to our corporate values, we are committed to cultivating a work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture.
We are in pursuit of impossible problems to engineer a better tomorrow. Together we will develop complex applications that scale to the most advanced aircraft systems.
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Become a leader on the IFG EO/IR Team. Work with the EO/IR Team Manager to lead a high performing team of engineers in accomplishment of design, test, and integration of F-16 and F-22 EO/IR Systems and Subsystems. You will manage, mentor and guide a team of engineers with diverse backgrounds and encourage innovation and technical leadership across the F-16 and F-22 platforms. As a leader you will foster personal growth and create work environments for your highly skilled team.
The IFG EO/IR Engineering Manager candidate will have the following responsibilities:
- Manage your team's complex technical projects, have knowledge of test techniques at an aircraft/equipment level and practice effective project management problem resolution and risk management techniques.
- Interpretation of customer requirements, creation of system and equipment level requirements, and development of statements of work, implementation, test, integration, and closure.
- Coordination with multiple stakeholders including suppliers, various Lockheed Martin groups and customers to develop effective proposals.
- Allocation of direct report work assignments by leveraging their skills and long-term goals.
- Follow Lockheed Martin's Performance review process by setting clear expectations, providing/receiving focused feedback, performing salary discussions and encouraging recognition.
- Actively support recruiting events to attract highly skilled workforce and develop employee development plans leveraging Lockheed Martin's wide training programs.
- Understand Earned Value principals to monitor and track throughout project/contract lifecycles.
- Develop integrated staffing forecasting requirements that support multiple projects.
**Basic Qualifications:**
A Bachelor's Degree in STEM discipline
A technical background in EO/IR engineering, electronics engineering or related field.
Experience in Project Management including
Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
Experience leading and developing a multidisciplinary team.
Experience in supplier management
**Desired Skills:**
Technical leadership experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Experience presenting to internal and external customers and suppliers.
Proven track record of building relationships, fostering collaboration and working cross-functionally with multidisciplinary teams.
Experience on F-16, F-22 or other fighter platforms
Experience in conflict resolution, proactive communication, and building collaborative relationships.
Excellent presentation skills and must be able to convey focused messages to internal senior leadership and external customers.
Ability to work with different engineering disciplines to derive and decompose requirements.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
**Security Clearance Statement:** This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
**Clearance Level:** Secret
**Other Important Information You Should Know**
**Expression of Interest:** By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
**Ability to Work Remotely:** Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
**Work Schedules:** Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
**Schedule for this Position:** 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
**Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.**
**The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.**
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
**Experience Level:** Experienced Professional
**Business Unit:** AERONAUTICS COMPANY
**Relocation Available:** Possible
**Career Area:** Electronics Engineering
**Type:** Full-Time
**Shift:** First
Optical Engineering Technician - NPI (E)
Posted 10 days ago
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Company Overview
KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.Job Description/Preferred Qualifications
Optical Engineering Technician s are core to KLA's technology, while we do not currently have an opening, we are always building our Optical Engineering talent community, we are interested in learning about your background.
Apply to this posting for Future Opportunities with KLA.
Optical Engineering Technician - NPIJoin the action! As a technician in the NPI (New Product Introduction) group, you will support our division's new product development process. This adventure starts with providing hands-on support during technology feasibility evaluations and continues through the release of new products into production and includes helping to resolve critical issues in manufacturing and the field. Along the way, you will partner with NPI and design engineers to build prototype assemblies and be responsible for providing critical feedback for product manufacturability, documentation completeness, and tooling functionality and ease-of-use. You will work closely with system-level technicians so that together you can build and qualify our next-generation product designs in preparation for transfer to production. Are you ready? Join us and experience an environment that supports teamwork, learning, and forward-thinking!
Key responsibilities:
- Build, align, and test opto-mechanical and mechanical assemblies for design validation, prototype testing, and engineering experiments.
- Repair assemblies that have failed on engineering systems or have been returned from the field.
- Provide assembly design feedback to NPI/design engineers
- Generate redlines to improve assembly/align/test procedures, which will sometimes be in draft form.
- Help build and validate alignment or test fixtures.
- Manage material inventory in the work area (cleanroom lab)
- Perform lab audits for safety/regulatory compliance
- May also install assemblies into the systems and perform system-level integration and calibration.
Skills and Proficiencies:
- Must understand and follow class 100 cleanroom protocols
- Capable of following existing processes and procedures while also being able to properly build assemblies with training using only notes or draft procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to follow methodical troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques and make decisions based on data.
- Able to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Strong organizational skills for both your physical workspace as well as for your information (assembly data and task status).
- Motivated self-starter who is fast-learning and capable of working independently.
- Willingness to work extended hours, including weekends, during critical times.
- Relevant work experience building opto-mechanical assemblies or systems.
Minimum Qualifications
Technical School or Work experience of 3 years.
Base Pay Range: $63,900.00 - $108,600.00 Primary Location: USA-CA-Milpitas-KLA KLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at or at +1- to request accommodation.
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DIRECTOR OF OPTICAL ENGINEERING (Boston)
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Work in markets that 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.
Direct the activities of a staff designing and developing advanced infrared zoom lens systems. Assesses customer needs, documents system requirements, scopes development work, and oversees projects to timely completion. Evaluates final design to assure accomplishment of technical objectives. Interfaces with external and internal customers, presenting reports outlining the outcome of projects and makes recommendations for actions necessary to achieve desired product objectives. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the engineering design team.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Directs product conceptualization, design, and verification for infrared zoom lens development.
- Allocates work within team and sets milestones for concurrent development projects.
- Communicates effectively and foster a collaborative environment to ensure that all parties are working towards a common goal.
- Performs detailed design work on projects as needed.
- Functions as technical interface with key customers.
- Manages team of 6-8 engineers, providing performance feedback and coaching.
- Some travel required.
Job Qualifications:
- 15+ years of relevant experience working on technology product development and managing technical teams.
- Mastery of either optical design or mechanical design, with some lens development experience.
- Proven experience managing teams of engineers in technology-based company.
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, programs, customers, and/or direct line management in a product development environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills, particularly with highly technical content.
- Efficacy in managing multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Bachelors degree in engineering or science from an accredited college or university.
- Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and must be eligible to apply for and obtain a security clearance from the U.S. Department of Defense.
This is not a remote role.
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#J-18808-LjbffrOptical Payload Engineering Manager
Posted 21 days ago
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With consultative direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development, and/or solution(s) for opto-mechanical related programs. Functioning in a leadership role, participates in the planning and oversight of the successful resolution and implementation of opto-mechanical solutions and provides direction and guidance to professional and support staff. Formulates technical plans, typically multi-year, for solution(s) development, documentation, and deployment of the engineering solution (s), as well as responsible for meeting various compliance, reporting, and safety standards. Evaluates the integration of the opto-mechanical solution within the overall engineering environment; and responsible for planning/overseeing documentation, testing, maintenance, and engineering updates. Communicates with engineering professionals, solution users, and management throughout the solution development cycle; represents the company as a prime technical contact on assigned system(s) or project (s)/program(s); selects, motivates, and develops professional and support staff; interacts with senior internal and external personnel on technical matters requiring coordination between the organizations; anticipates future engineering needs; and, develops new or expands existing business opportunities.
**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Manage professional and technical performance of Optical Payload Engineering staff to ensure quality, business and financial objectives are achieved.
+ Provide mentorship to team members including performing performance reviews and salary management for staff.
+ Supports and leads the engineering staff in the analysis, investigation and resolution of routine engineering problems with a focus on opto-mechanical systems.
+ Ensures technical leadership and excellence is maintained by directing and participating in the planning, attraction, selection, retention and development of the required professional and technical talent.
+ Independently performs challenging engineering work, documents findings, communicates results, makes technical presentations, and supports test activities both on and off site. Designs, develops, and tests all aspects of opto-mechanical components and equipment.
+ Demonstrates strong understanding of optical systems
+ Assist in the definition of functional, performance, derived, etc. system engineering requirements and interfaces.
+ Performs other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
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**Job Qualifications:**
+ Typically requires a Bachelors, Masters or PhD in engineering or a related technical field as well as eleven or more years of progressively complex engineering experience with at least five of those years having management responsibilities. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
+ Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance is required.
+ Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team environment is required.
+ Must have a thorough understanding of engineering concepts, principles, codes, and theory; experience demonstrating a broad application of those concepts; and, expanding knowledge of principles, concepts, theory, and practices in related technical specialties.
+ Must possess the ability to develop and communicate new concepts; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and, determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
+ Experience managing teams of engineers in the design, build and test of satellite imaging systems.
+ Experience with the use and maintenance of engineering tools and processes related to optical systems and space systems.
+ Ability to assign engineering tasks related to the design, build and test of satellite imaging systems in terms of understanding complexity and expected duration, also able to provide engineering review for specific tasks that overlap areas of expertise.
+ Strong communication, leadership, presentation and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface within departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, and government representatives.
**Salary:** $125,810 - $229,670 **Travel Percentage Required** 0 - 25 **Relocation Assistance Provided** Provided **US Citizenship Required?** Yes **Clearance Required?** Desired **Clearance Level** Management **Workstyle** Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.
Optical Design Engineering Manager (Santa Clara)
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Do something different! Apple is seeking for an outstanding optical module leader who can own and lead the design, development, and qualification activities of groundbreaking display technologies. This individual will serve as a focal point for all display matters, leading a diverse and multi-disciplinary group, running new display technology development from initial design concept to final mass production. As a key player in this position, you should be able to take initiatives to drive multi-functional teams to take on issues even they are outside of your respective technical area. A successful candidate needs to be highly independent and results-driven, have strong presentation and interpersonal skills, and can thrive in a fast-paced and highly multifaceted environment.
Key Qualifications- Proven track record in product development of optical systems from concept to mass production
- Experience in the field of optics with a strong emphasis on driving project through iterative stages of design/modeling, tolerancing, manufacturing, and metrology
- Expertise in sequential and non-sequential rays trace tools (e.g., Zemax, LightTools), design, analysis, optimization, and tolerancing
- Experience in mass production of consumer optical components and managing domestic and international vendors
- Solid understanding of optical metrology methods and instrumentation
- Proficiency in one or more scientific computing languages (e.g., Matlab, C, /C++/C#, Python, etc.) for the data analysis and optical modeling
- Strong presentation, communication, analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Own module master specifications from initial concept to mass production, and drive meticulous validation plan to meet performance.
- Lead the multi-functional team, establishing clear goals and priorities throughout the product development phases.
- Design, optimize, and tolerance display optical systems involving illumination, imaging, and diffractive optics.
- Work with key stakeholders to iterate design, account for process limitation, follow through between modeling and as-built performance.
- Effectively communicate across the company and gain vital support from key Apple leaders.
- Travel to support build at component, module, and system factories during critical new product introduction phases.
Education & Experience- M.S. or Ph.D. in Optical Science/Engineering, EE, or related field with 10+ years of proven experience.
Additional Requirements- Preferred Qualifications:
- - Experience in stray light analysis and mitigation
- - Experience in design, modeling, and manufacturing of diffractive optical elements
- - Experience in molding and tooling design of optical elements
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $183,400 and $316,900, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apples discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apples Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
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#J-18808-LjbffrDirector, Engineering - Optical Transceiver
Posted 4 days ago
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Molex possesses a rich heritage in the optical industry. We provide the highest performing and field-proven wavelength management solutions from components, modules to integrated line-cards. Continuous innovation in passive component function integration, miniaturization, and manufacturing automation, cutting edge WSS and amplification technology and comprehensive optical, mechanical, electrical and software design capabilities enable us to serve the needs of high-density, high-bandwidth, and flexible optical networks of telecom, datacom, hyperscale datacenter and supercomputing. In Carlsbad, we are a leading innovator in the optoelectronics industry, specializing in the development and production of high-performance optical transceivers. Our commitment to cutting-edge technology and excellence drives us to push the boundaries of optical communication systems. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Engineering to lead our efforts in process development, automation, and new product introduction. The Director of Engineering will be responsible for overseeing the engineering functions related to process development, automation, and the introduction of new products within Molex Opto-Electronics. This role requires an experienced leader with a deep understanding of optoelectronics and a track record of driving engineering excellence in a fast-paced environment. What You Will Do Leadership : Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team focused on process development, automation, and new product introduction. Provide technical guidance to our Process Development, Automation and NPI teams. Provide guidance in tactical problem-solving activities. Execute our strategic roadmap for engineering initiatives that align with the company's goals and objectives. Collaborate with senior management to define engineering objectives and drive initiatives to meet business targets. Develop and manage budget. Process Development : Work closely with local manager to oversee the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes for optical transceivers. Identify and resolve process-related issues and bottlenecks, ensuring robust and scalable solutions. Implement best practices in process engineering to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Automation : Work with local managers to lead efforts to integrate advanced automation technologies and system into the manufacturing process. Ensure on time implementation of automation systems, including system design, installation, and integration. New Product Introduction (NPI) : Work with the NPI manager to drive the engineering aspects of new product introduction, from concept through production ramp-up. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, product management, factory management and quality assurance, to ensure successful product launches. Execute project plan objectives within required timelines. Innovation and Continuous Improvement : Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering teams. Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to inform engineering strategies. Implement and champion process improvements, leveraging data-driven insights to drive engineering activities. Stakeholder Management : Communicate engineering goals, progress, and results to internal and external stakeholders, including senior management and customers. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to support project success and alignment with business objectives. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optoelectronics, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience in the optoelectronics industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on process development, automation, and new product introduction. Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of optical transceivers, manufacturing processes, and automation technologies. Proven experience with NPI processes and methodologies. Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage a diverse engineering team. Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts to various audiences. Project Management: Proven track record of managing complex engineering projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource management. For this role, we anticipate paying $180,000 - 240,000. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form. 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, aqui, or tu). #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Director, Engineering - Optical Transceiver
Posted 3 days ago
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In Carlsbad, we are a leading innovator in the optoelectronics industry, specializing in the development and production of high-performance optical transceivers. Our commitment to cutting-edge technology and excellence drives us to push the boundaries of optical communication systems. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Engineering to lead our efforts in process development, automation, and new product introduction.
The Director of Engineering will be responsible for overseeing the engineering functions related to process development, automation, and the introduction of new products within Molex Opto-Electronics. This role requires an experienced leader with a deep understanding of optoelectronics and a track record of driving engineering excellence in a fast-paced environment.
What You Will Do
Leadership :
- Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team focused on process development, automation, and new product introduction.
- Provide technical guidance to our Process Development, Automation and NPI teams.
- Provide guidance in tactical problem-solving activities.
- Execute our strategic roadmap for engineering initiatives that align with the company's goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with senior management to define engineering objectives and drive initiatives to meet business targets.
- Develop and manage budget.
- Work closely with local manager to oversee the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes for optical transceivers.
- Identify and resolve process-related issues and bottlenecks, ensuring robust and scalable solutions.
- Implement best practices in process engineering to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Work with local managers to lead efforts to integrate advanced automation technologies and system into the manufacturing process.
- Ensure on time implementation of automation systems, including system design, installation, and integration.
New Product Introduction (NPI) :
- Work with the NPI manager to drive the engineering aspects of new product introduction, from concept through production ramp-up.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, product management, factory management and quality assurance, to ensure successful product launches.
- Execute project plan objectives within required timelines.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement :
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering teams.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscape to inform engineering strategies.
- Implement and champion process improvements, leveraging data-driven insights to drive engineering activities.
Stakeholder Management :
- Communicate engineering goals, progress, and results to internal and external stakeholders, including senior management and customers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to support project success and alignment with business objectives.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optoelectronics, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience in the optoelectronics industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on process development, automation, and new product introduction.
- Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of optical transceivers, manufacturing processes, and automation technologies. Proven experience with NPI processes and methodologies.
- Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and manage a diverse engineering team. Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts to various audiences.
- Project Management: Proven track record of managing complex engineering projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource management.
For this role, we anticipate paying $180,000 - 240,000. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.
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.
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Technical Director Laser Engineering
Posted 11 days ago
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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 SummaryGuide 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
- 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.
- Master's degree in engineering with a minimum of 10+ years of experience
- Expert in multiple engineering disciplines
- 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 candidate's 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
Technical Director Laser Engineering
Posted 2 days ago
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_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**
+ Master's degree in engineering with a minimum of 10+ years of experience
+ Expert in multiple engineering disciplines
+ 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 candidate's 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