Senior Optical System Engineer

My client is looking for a Senior Optical engineer, focused on fibre optic sub-system development. The Senior Optical Engineer would cover high-power optical amplifiers and photonic systems. This is an exciting opportunity across R&D, prototyping and early-stage production.

This is an onsite position based in Devon.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of fibre-optic sub-systems, including high-power optical amplifiers
• Manage small project teams and deliver programmes on time and within budget
• Work across multidisciplinary teams including optical, mechanical and electronic engineering
• Support prototype build, assembly and testing of fibre-optic and opto-electronic systems
• Carry out fibre splicing, system integration and lab-based validation
• Develop and execute test plans for functional and environmental verification
• Engage directly with customers on specifications, results and...