Laser Engineer

Lumicity; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumicity seeks a hands-on Laser Engineer to develop, maintain, and optimize advanced pulsed CO₂ laser systems for a first‑of‑a‑kind energy technology. You will build, test, and refine laser subsystems, characterize performance, and drive improvements in optical components and systems.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve engineering challenges, apply laser physics and analytical modeling, and contribute to manufacturing and system integration efforts across programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a related technical field.
• Hands‑on experience constructing, repairing, and troubleshooting pulsed CO₂ lasers.
• Experience with plasma physics.
• Understanding of laser systems, optical components, and performance characterization.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair, test, and optimize pulsed CO₂ laser systems and associated subsystems.
• Characterize laser performance and troubleshoot system issues using optical measurement techniques.
• Design and implement improved laser components and optical systems to enhance performance and reliability.
• Lead projects involving the specification, procurement, installation, and testing of optical equipment.
• Apply laser physics and analytical modeling to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Support system integration, operations, and manufacturing improvements.

Skills

Hands-on laser construction

Laser troubleshooting

Optical characterization

Analytical modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or Optics

Job description

We’re seeking a hands‑on Laser Engineer to develop, maintain, and optimize advanced pulsed CO₂ laser systems for a first‑of‑a‑kind energy technology. This role combines laser construction and troubleshooting with optical characterization, system design, and performance optimization. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to improve laser performance and develop innovative optical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, repair, test, and optimize pulsed CO₂ laser systems and associated subsystems.
• Characterize laser performance and troubleshoot system issues using optical measurement techniques.
• Design and implement improved laser components and optical systems to enhance performance and reliability.
• Lead projects involving the specification, procurement, installation, and testing of optical equipment.
• Apply laser physics and analytical modeling to solve complex engineering challenges.
• Support system integration, operations, and manufacturing improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a related technical field.
• Hands‑on experience constructing, repairing, and troubleshooting pulsed CO₂ lasers.
• Experience with plasma physics.
• Understanding of laser systems, optical components, and performance characterization.
• U.S. citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant technical discipline.
• Experience with laser diagnostics, optical testing, and analytical modeling.
• Background in laser system design, manufacturing, or design for manufacturability.
• Experience working in highly regulated or classified environments.
• Strong independent problem‑solving skills and the ability to develop solutions to novel technical challenges.