Civil Labourer: Pipe & Cable Laying — Full-Time + Training

Scott Electrical Services; Sydney; In loco; AUD 150.000 - 210.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Scott Electrical Services is seeking a Principal Fiber Optic Gyroscope Engineer to join our advanced engineering team in Sydney. You will lead the design, development and manufacturing scale-up of FOG-based navigation systems, integrating photonics, optics and precision electro‑mechanical principles.

You will drive manufacturing processes for high-volume FOG production, collaborate across software, hardware and production functions, and analyse data to continuously improve performance and

Competenze

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Optics, Photonics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in Fiber Optic Gyroscopes.
• Strong understanding of FOG physics, including the Sagnac effect.
• In‑depth knowledge of photonics components (light sources, fibers, couplers, modulators, detectors).
• Background in electro‑optical systems design and integration.
• Experience with manufacturing processes for optical or precision electro‑mechanical systems, esp. large-scale production.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; teamwork.
• PhD in a relevant field.
• Understanding of inertial navigation algorithms (high-level).
• Experience with simulation/modeling tools for optical/inertial systems.
• Experience in defence/aerospace/autonomous systems.
• RCA tools & 8D problem solving training.

Mansioni

• Lead the design and development of FOG and related systems for performance, reliability and manufacturability.
• Develop and refine manufacturing processes for FOGs with a focus on large production volumes.
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and production teams to ensure seamless product development.
• Analyse test data, troubleshoot issues, and improve FOG performance and reliability.
• Stay updated on FOG, photonics and manufacturing tech advancements.
• Ensure FOG meets customer expectations in demanding applications.
• Develop testing processes for fibre optic coils.
• Develop capability for coil stress conditioning and related processes.
• Support Production Engineering with metrics and SPC measures.
• Guide tooling design for fibre optic coil processes.

Conoscenze

Fiber Optic Gyroscope

Sagnac effect

Photonics knowledge

Optical engineering

Electro‑optical design

Large-scale manufacturing

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

RCA & 8D problem solving

Formazione

PhD in a relevant field

Bachelor's or Master's in Physics/Optics/Photonics/EE

Strumenti

Simulation & modelling tools

Optical/precision electro‑mechanical tooling

Descrizione del lavoro

Principal Fiber Optic Gyroscope Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. This role is pivotal in advancing our Fiber Optic Gyroscope (FOG) technology. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the underlying physics and operational principles of FOGs and their constituent components. You will play a crucial role in the design, development, testing, and manufacturing scale-up of our cutting-edge FOG-based navigation systems.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design and development of FOG and related systems for outstanding performance, reliability, and manufacturability
• Develop and refine manufacturing processes for FOGs, with a key focus on scalability to large production volumes
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including software, hardware, and production, to ensure seamless product development and integration.
• Analyse test data, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to enhance FOG performance and reliability
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in FOG technology, photonics, and relevant manufacturing techniques
• Contribute to a customer‑centric approach by ensuring our FOG technology meets and exceeds customer expectations in demanding applications
• Develop and establish efficient processes for testing fibre optic coils
• Develop capability for additional processes such as coil stress conditioning
• Support and guide the Production Engineering team to develop performance metrics and SPC measures
• Guide design and development of fibre optic coil related process tooling

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Optics, Photonics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in the field of Fiber Optic Gyroscopes
• Strong theoretical and practical understanding of FOG physics, including the Sagnac effect and associated phenomena.
• In‑depth knowledge of photonics, including light sources, optical fibers, couplers, modulators, and detectors relevant to FOGs.
• Solid background in electro‑optical systems design and integration.
• Demonstrable experience with manufacturing processes for optical or precision electro‑mechanical systems, particularly with an understanding of challenges related to large‑scale production.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• A proactive and results‑oriented mindset, with a commitment to taking ownership and accountability.
• PhD in a relevant field.
• Understanding of algorithms and software used in inertial navigation systems (though deep specialisation is not required).
• Familiarity with simulation and modeling tools for optical and inertial systems.
• Experience in industries such as defence, aerospace, or autonomous systems.
• Formal training in RCA tools & 8D problem solving

Additional Considerations:

• The ideal candidate will be a proactive and self-motivated individual with a strong sense of ownership.
• They should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and be able to adapt to changing priorities.
• A passion for technology and a commitment to delivering high-quality products is essential.
• The candidate should demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset, always