Embedded Senior Photonics Engineer — R&D Leader (Bristol)

Morson Human Resources Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Senior Photonics Engineer to join a UK sovereign defence programme in the Bristol area. This onsite, permanent role embeds you with a leading photonics research group in the M4 corridor, representing our client in a long‑term capacity with regular visits to the main lab.

We are seeking a mid‑career engineer (5–15 years post‑grad) with hands‑on photonics and laser heritage. Essential: strong communication, laser experience, and knowledge of free‑space optics and optical modes.

Qualifications

• Hands-on photonics and laser heritage required.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience with free-space optical systems and optical modes

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Laser experience

Optical modes understanding

Job description

Senior Photonics Engineer to join a UK sovereign defence programme in the Bristol area. This onsite, permanent role embeds you with a leading photonics research group in the M4 corridor, representing our client in a long‑term capacity with regular visits to the main lab.

We are seeking a mid‑career engineer (5–15 years post‑grad) with hands‑on photonics and laser heritage. Essential: strong communication, laser experience, and knowledge of free‑space optics and optical modes.