Senior Optical Systems Engineer

Senior Design Engineer & Team Leader – Optics and Fibre Optics R&D

G&H is a global leader in optical design, testing and manufacturing with 75+ years of photonics innovation.

Job Type & Location

Full‑time, Torquay, UK.

Opportunity

You will develop advanced fibre‑optic sub‑systems, including high‑power fibre‑optic amplifier sub‑systems, from early concept and prototyping through to early‑stage production. Working typically across TRL3 to TRL7, you will lead technical development, manage a small team, and remain hands‑on with design, prototype build, testing and customer engagement.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing technical leadership in the design and development of fibre‑optic sub‑systems, including high‑power optical amplifiers.
• Leading and managing small project teams to deliver on time and within budget.
• Working closely with optical, mechanical and electronic engineers in a multidisciplina...