Staff Optical Engineer

• Leading advanced modeling and simulation of optical systems, including beam propagation, tolerance analysis, stray-light and scattering analysis, polarization effects, and sensitivity studies. • Performing and reviewing optical simulations to evaluate architectures, predict performance, and identify design trade-offs. • Conducting system-level analyses to ensure manufacturability, robustness, and alignment with performance requirements. • Developing requirements and specifications for optical components based on detailed analytical insights. • Generating and documenting new intellectual property related to optical modeling, analysis techniques, and system concepts. • Providing cross-functional technical guidance to photonics, mechanical, and systems engineering teams. • Mentoring junior engineers in modeling methodologies, simulation workflows, and interpretation of results.

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree with 6+ years; or PhD with 3+ years; or equivalent experience. • Demonstrated experience driving optical system designs from proof-of-concept through high-volume production. • Strong proficiency with physical/wave/Fourier optics principles • Strong proficiency with modeling and scripting tools such as ZEMAX, Code V, FRED, or similar. • Expertise in tolerance analysis, stray-light, and scattering analysis. • Deep experience with precision optical, micro-optic, and/or fiber-optic components. • Hands-on laboratory skills for setting up, testing, validating, and troubleshooting optical, fiber-optic, and opto-mechanical subsystems. • Knowledge of optical fabrication processes (molded, polished, diamond-turned) as well as micro-structured components. • Ability to influence system-level decisions, present technical recommendations, and work across disciplines.

• Be part of a fast paced and dynamic team • Very competitive compensation and meaningful stock grants • Exceptional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and more • Unlimited PTO: We care about results, not punching timecards