FOG Architect: Lead Optics Engineer for Navigation

Advanced Navigation; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Navigation is seeking a highly skilled Engineer to advance our Fiber Optic Gyroscope technology. You will design, develop, test, and scale up production of FOG-based navigation systems, collaborating across software, hardware and production teams.

The role requires a deep understanding of FOG physics, photonics and precision electro-mechanical systems, with a focus on manufacturability and large-volume manufacturing readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Optics, Photonics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in Fiber Optic Gyroscopes.
• Strong theoretical and practical understanding of FOG physics, including the Sagnac effect.
• In-depth knowledge of photonics: light sources, optical fibers, couplers, modulators, detectors.
• Solid background in electro-optical systems design and integration.
• Experience with manufacturing processes for optical or precision electro-mechanical systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Proactive and results-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of FOG and related systems for 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.
• 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.

Skills

FOG physics

Sagnac effect

photonic systems

manufacturing processes

analytical skills

Education

Bachelor/Master degree

Tools

Optical test equipment

Job description

Advanced Navigation is seeking a highly skilled Engineer to advance our Fiber Optic Gyroscope technology. You will design, develop, test, and scale up production of FOG-based navigation systems, collaborating across software, hardware and production teams.

The role requires a deep understanding of FOG physics, photonics and precision electro-mechanical systems, with a focus on manufacturability and large-volume manufacturing readiness.