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    Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Longmont, United States - nLIGHT

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    Position: SENIOR OPTO-MECHANICAL ENGINEER

    Experience: A minimum of 5+ years of experience working in opto-mechanical system design and integration. Will consider Staff or Senior level depending on experience.

    Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering, or related technical field.

    Compensation Range: $100k - $180k depending upon experience and education.

    Mechanical Engineers at nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. synchronize all opto-mechanical, thermal, and packaging aspects of design and integration for complex High Energy Laser (HEL) weapon systems. HEL weapon systems are a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Headquartered in Longmont, CO, we are developing rugged and compact HEL weapon system solutions that can operate and survive in challenging environments. We utilize analysis driven design and implement elegant athermalized and vibration-rugged solutions. We need motivated Mechanical Engineers that are excited about integrating HEL weapon systems and being part of that solution and maybe someday help put a laser on a shark.

    Job Description: Development of cutting-edge laser and electro-optical systems through rapid development of effective and robust opto-mechanical system designs. Apply DFX and other design principals to create manufacturing-friendly, cost-optimized solutions that meet or exceed the functional design goals. Devise, design and build robust tooling and process equipment suitable for reliable high-volume manufacturing.

    Responsibilities: Design, analysis, and assembly of opto-mechanical systems from concept through design finalization and integration. Oversee and participate in the procurement and assembly of engineering builds. Mentorship of team members.

    All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: Please review this information before applying.

    Required Experience / Capability:
    • Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
    • The ideal candidate has at least 5+ years of experience working in opto-mechanical system design and integration, including lens and mirror mount design.
    • Ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Requirements change frequently and rapid-turn solutions must be developed frequently.
    • Effectively manage schedule and priorities with minimal daily direction to meet mid to long-term schedule objectives.
    • Experience using GitLab, Jira, or similar project management software.
    • Experience with system level trade studies and documenting engineering decision making.
    • Ability to architect design solutions from design requirements and stakeholder input.
    • Experience breaking down larger scale system design and delegating engineering tasking to a diverse team of contributing engineers.
    • Experience in rugged design for optical systems including kinematic and flexure mounting.
    • Experience in rugged design for optical and structural adhesive mounting.
    • Experience in optical system alignment and test methods.
    • Experience in Solidworks.
    • Ability to use hand calculations to verify design requirements.
    • Exhibit strong troubleshooting skills and familiarity with implementation of electro-optical systems.
    • Expertise in fabrication and assembly drawing preparation for manufacturing (ISO and ANSI standards) including experience with version control and change record documentation.
    • Experience in design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA)
    • Experience with various manufacturing techniques - machining, sheet metal, injection molding, etc.
    • Experience in Opto-Mechanical Assembly, including receiving and inspecting components, dry-assembly, bonding.
    Additional Desired Experience / Capability:
    • Experience in large optic design and analysis.
    • Experience with wave front error both thermally and assembly induced.
    • Experience in thermal management systems.
    • STOP analysis (structural, thermal, optical performance).
    • Experience in vibration test and analysis and isolation methods, in particular jitter analysis for opto-mechanical systems.
    • Experience in finite element analysis (FEA) and modeling of vibration and thermal effects.
      • Static structure, fatigue, random vibration, and modal analysis.
    • Experience in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis.
    • Experience with MATLAB & Labview.
    • Experience in Adaptive Optical (AO) Systems and/or High Energy Laser systems.
    • Exposure to MIL-STD-810 design and/or testing.
    • Supervisory and/or Management Experience.
    • Experience with operation of machining, welding, or fabrication equipment.
    Benefits Summary: Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents. Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%. Competitive 401k with immediate vesting annual Employer Profit Sharing Contribution. Approx. 3 weeks Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays.

    nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.


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