Senior/Principal Laser & Optical Engineer – High-Energy Tech

QinetiQ Limited

Farnborough

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Matched contribution pension
Generous holiday allowance
Private Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Employee discount portal
Armed Forces Covenant support
Volunteering opportunities

Job summary

QinetiQ Limited is seeking Senior and Principal Laser & Optical Engineers in Farnborough to lead the design, integration, and delivery of advanced laser and optical systems across the full lifecycle. You will drive maturity from development to production and shape roadmaps for future capability.

You will mentor engineers, build strong customer relationships, and champion technical excellence on nationally important programmes within the UK defence sector. SC clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

  • Experience in developing complex laser and optical systems across the full product lifecycle.
  • Leadership experience in multidisciplinary teams and programmes.
  • Eligibility for SC clearance is required or able to obtain it.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, integration and delivery of complex laser and optical systems.
  • Drive product maturity from development through manufacture and qualification.
  • Shape technology and product roadmaps to grow capability.
  • Build trusted relationships with customers and key stakeholders.
  • Mentor and develop engineers, strengthening technical capability.
  • Champion engineering excellence and successful delivery of critical programmes.

Skills

Laser engineering
Optical engineering
Beam control
Systems engineering
Product development

Job description

QinetiQ Limited is seeking Senior and Principal Laser & Optical Engineers in Farnborough to lead the design, integration, and delivery of advanced laser and optical systems across the full lifecycle. You will drive maturity from development to production and shape roadmaps for future capability.

You will mentor engineers, build strong customer relationships, and champion technical excellence on nationally important programmes within the UK defence sector. SC clearance eligibility is required.

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