Infrared Gas Laser Engineer | Lab Optics & Alignment

CT19

Oak Ridge (TN)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

CT19 in Oak Ridge, TN, is seeking a hands-on Laser Technician/Engineer to support the development of next-generation infrared gas laser systems for isotope separation. This lab-based role emphasizes building, testing, and optimizing precision optical setups in a practical environment.

You will assemble, align, and calibrate infrared laser systems, perform diagnostics, support experimental campaigns, and ensure laser safety; you will collaborate with engineering, R&D, and operations teams on

Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience with lasers, optics, or precision laboratory equipment.
  • Knowledge of laser physics and alignment techniques.
  • Experience in a lab or experimental environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble, align, and calibrate infrared laser systems used in enrichment processes.
  • Conduct testing, diagnostics, and troubleshooting across laser subsystems.
  • Assist with experimental setups and system development for laser programs.
  • Perform optical metrology and performance analysis of systems.
  • Serve as Laser Safety Officer and ensure strict safety protocol adherence.
  • Collaborate with engineering, R&D, and operations teams on mission-critical work.

Skills

Laser systems
Optics
Optical diagnostics
Alignment techniques
Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

Physics
Optical Engineering
Electrical Engineering

Tools

Optical metrology equipment
Diagnostic instruments

Job description

CT19 in Oak Ridge, TN, is seeking a hands-on Laser Technician/Engineer to support the development of next-generation infrared gas laser systems for isotope separation. This lab-based role emphasizes building, testing, and optimizing precision optical setups in a practical environment.

You will assemble, align, and calibrate infrared laser systems, perform diagnostics, support experimental campaigns, and ensure laser safety; you will collaborate with engineering, R&D, and operations teams on

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