Research Engineer - Laser Optics

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My client is a leading Defence organisation that is looking for a Research Engineer with experience in laser optics.

Note:
Due to the environment, candidates will require to go through SC security clearance.

The opportunity:

The role will offer a mixture of design, lab work, and field trials. You will work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment delivering technology for the next generation of capability to the UK armed forces.

The successful applicant will be experienced in the prototype design and laboratory testing of optical assemblies. Speed, creativity, and the ability to experiment will be key to the role. You will conduct research on new techniques for laser pointing and tracking and be at the forefront of laser directed energy research.

You will become part of a diverse team of highly motivated scientists and engineers, who want to turn science fiction into reality by getting high energy lasers into service with the UK MoD as quickly as possible!

What we're looking for from you:

  1. Industry experience and knowledge/laboratory skills using lasers, optics, and imaging.
  2. Ideally holding a higher degree (e.g., Masters or PhD) in physics; however, practical experience is as important as qualifications.
  3. Creativity, imagination, and the ability to innovate.
  4. Ability to design, build, simulate, and test new solutions to complex engineering problems.
  5. Ability to write physics/engineering simulations as part of the design process (such as Matlab, Zemax).
  6. Ability to automate and control test & measurement equipment for data capture (such as LabView).
  7. Record of successful technical work delivered individually and/or as part of a team.
  8. Ability to work with minimal supervision and often from a blank sheet of paper.

What's in it for you?

  1. Work on a high visibility and fast-paced project with the opportunity to quickly accelerate your career through the organisation.
  2. Be at the forefront of laser directed energy in the UK.
  3. Contribute to high-level VIP visits in support of senior management.
  4. Opportunity to travel in Europe supporting research activities.
  5. Opportunity to attend conferences to keep abreast of developments in the field.
  6. Undertaking this role, you would be joining a dynamic, focused team responsible for the development of our future business.

Excellent salary and package on offer.

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