Optical Systems Engineer

A global leader in photonic engineering is currently seeking an experienced Optical Systems Engineer to join their offices in Torquay, Devon. Our Client provides optical systems, assemblies and components for variety of applications across aerospace, defence, life science and telecoms.
As they are expanding their Fibre Optic R&D team in Torquay, Devon, they are now looking for an experienced Optical Systems Engineer to join their global team. As an Optical Systems Engineer you will be leading the development of a range of products focused on fibre optic amplifier sub-systems for free space optical communications, aerospace and remote sensing applications. As an Optical Systems Engineer you will also be involve a range of tasks related to the design, prototype assembly and test of fibre-optic and photonics based components and sub-systems.
Skills required for this Optical Systems Engineer in Torquay, Devon:

• A degree in Engineering or Physics with Optics, Photonics or Fibre optics bias


• 3+ years relevant experience within the optics/photonics industry


• Knowledge and experience in optical amplifiers


• Commercial experience in the product development of fibre optics or laser products


• Hands-on experience building and testing fibre-optic components or opto-electronic modules.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to engage customers technically and collaboratively.

If you are looking for a challenging role where you will have a major input to world leading, innovative products please apply for this exciting Optical Systems Engineer role in Torquay, Devon now!