Sr. Principal Laser Engineer - Warren, United States - II-VI Aerospace & Defense

Description

Job DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities Lead Laser Engineer

• Provide optical engineering leadership to internally and externally funded R&D efforts, with a primary focus on dual use platforms and advanced laser technology.

Lead the design of complex, innovative, state-of-the-art, fiber and solid-state laser systems for commercial and military applications. Serve as the organization's lead expert on advanced laser system controls. New-Business Development Efforts

• Provide direction and technical support to new business development efforts, including concept development, feasibility studies, proposal content development and presentation to customers.

Laser modeling and simulation lead

• Advance modeling capabilities in the areas of fiber and solid state laser systems to improve performance predictions.

Modeling to include all the physics of rare-earth-doped and nonlinear lasers and amplifiers, bulk- and fiber-optic cavity designs, and factors affecting their performance (e.g. optical nonlinearities, damage mechanisms, etc.) and control systems modeling. Intellectual Property

• Build Coherent's IP portfolio by developing innovative optical features during prototype development.

Education & ExperienceMinimum B.S. in engineering field or applied physics. M.S. or Ph.
D. in optics, applied physics or electrical engineering preferred.

Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or 10 years and a Master's degree or 7 years of experience with a Ph.

D. or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Skills Must have successfully developed complex laser systems and have broad and deep experience in fiber- and bulk-optic laser design.

Must be intimately familiar with the physics of rare-earth-doped lasers and amplifiers from the NIR to the SWIR, bulk- and fiber-optic cavity design and their components and with the effects limiting laser performance.

Must have knowledge in control systems, preferably applied to laser systems or opto-electronic sub-systems. Preferably has experience modeling fiber and bulk-optical lasers and amplifiers (e.g. gain shapes, noise figure, cavity designs, stability, dynamics) and modeling optical nonlinearities. Experience designing complex laser systems for military or space applications is strongly preferred. Experience with phased-gated developments and design for volume manufacturing is preferred. Preferably has experience with technology transfer, development of assembly instructions and low-rate initial production is desirable. Must be a self-starter, able to multi-task, work independently and collaboratively in a matrix managed organization. Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Experience in Intellectual Property matters is desirable. Must be able to obtain/maintain a US Government security clearance if one is required to perform the job responsibilities.
Working ConditionsPrimarily an engineering design and management function with office working conditions.
Physical RequirementsPrimarily an engineering design and management function with few physical requirements.
Safety RequirementsAll employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental ResponsibilitiesDepending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture CommitmentEnsure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at

Coherent Corp:
Integrity

• Create an Environment of TrustCollaboration
• Innovate Through the Sharing of IdeasAccountability
• Own the Process and the OutcomeRespect
• Recognize the Value in EveryoneEnthusiasm
• Find a Sense of Purpose in WorkCoherent Corp.

is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."About UsCoherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components.

We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets.

Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program.

It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth.

Come Join Us Note to recruiters and employment agencies:

We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

About the TeamII-VI Aerospace & Defense is a high technology company, offering careers in offices and campuses in California, Colorado, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Ohio.

We work with emerging technology in areas of atmospheric sensing and imaging, adaptive optics, optical communications, coherent beam combining, and numerical performance analysis of atmospheric optics systems.

II-VI A&D has recently been awarded several new government contracts and we are offering opportunities to leverage your technical experience and interpersonal skills for something more than a simple paycheck.

If this sounds like the type of environment you are seeking at this point in your career, and if your background meets these qualifications, please apply.

We will offer a competitive salary and benefits.

Since II-VI A&D is a rapidly expanding organization, it means that significant opportunities exists for career advancement and professional development.