Laser Engineer

Global Laser Enrichment; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

First-of-a-kind technology

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Safety & quality culture

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Global Laser Enrichment in Wilmington, NC seeks a Laser Engineer to drive optimum performance of pulsed CO2 lasers and subsystems. You will report to the Engineering Manager and collaborate with Operations, Process Physics, Mechanical Engineering, and other teams to integrate work into larger program goals supporting commercialization of GLE’s technology.

The role emphasizes designing improved laser components, characterizing systems, and leading projects to enhance performance and cost

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in plasma physics and pulsed CO2 lasers.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on construction/repair of pulsed CO2 lasers.
• Willingness to undergo background investigation and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement improved laser components to optimize performance.
• Lead projects to install and test novel optical systems.
• Characterize and optimize parameters using optical methods.
• Develop analytical models describing laser system physics for project goals.
• Support pursuit of creative manufacturing solutions for optics and mechanics.
• Provide laser operations support and maintain up-to-date expertise.

Skills

Plasma physics

Pulsed CO2 lasers

Optical characterization methods

Lead projects

Analytical modeling

Education

B.S. in Engineering or Physics

M.S. or Ph.D. in Physics or Engineering

Tools

Pulsed CO2 laser systems

Job description

Wilmington, NC | Global Laser Enrichment (GLE)

Full-Time | On-Site

Q-Clearance Required or Eligible At Global Laser Enrichment (GLE), we’re building first-of-a-kind technology that advances the future of uranium enrichment. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, and working closely with the various engineering teams, the Laser Engineer is responsible for achieving and maintaining optimum performance for GLE pulsed CO2 lasers and associated subsystems. The Laser Engineer will work closely with other Laser Engineering personnel as well as Operations, Process Physics, Mechanical Engineering, and other staff to integrate their work into larger program goals supporting commercialization of Global Laser Enrichment’s technology.

Wilmington, NC | Global Laser Enrichment (GLE)

Full-Time | On-Site

Q-Clearance Required or Eligible At Global Laser Enrichment (GLE), we’re building first-of-a-kind technology that advances the future of uranium enrichment. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, and working closely with the various engineering teams, the Laser Engineer is responsible for achieving and maintaining optimum performance for GLE pulsed CO2 lasers and associated subsystems. The Laser Engineer will work closely with other Laser Engineering personnel as well as Operations, Process Physics, Mechanical Engineering, and other staff to integrate their work into larger program goals supporting commercialization of Global Laser Enrichment’s technology.

Why Join GLE?

• Support first-of-a-kind nuclear technology.
• Collaborate across engineering disciplines to solve complex integration challenges.
• Contribute to a mission-driven organization grounded in safety, quality, and innovation.
• Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and long-term growth opportunities.

What You’ll Do

• Play a key role in the introduction of novel laser-based isotopic separation technology into the uranium enrichment market using state-of-the-art tools, facilities, and technology.
• Design and implement improved components for existing lasers to optimize performance of GLE laser systems.
• Characterize and optimize critical parameters in GLE laser systems using optical characterization methods.
• Lead projects to define, procure, install, and test novel optical systems to significantly improve the performance and cost effectiveness of GLE’s separation technology.
• Establish and maintain analytical models describing physics of interest in pursuit of project goals.
• Support pursuit of creative manufacturing solutions for optical and mechanical components.
• Support laser operations as needed. Obtain and maintain up-to-date expertise in the fields essential to the GLE laser technology.

Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

• Immediately report any safety or environmental incidents, unsafe acts/conditions, and near misses.
• Follow all GLE EHS policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Actively contribute to GLE’s safety culture through best practices in planning and execution.

What You’ll Bring

• B.S. in Engineering, Physics, or a related field
• 5 additional years of experience in a scientific or engineering
• Minimum 1 year of experience in both plasma physics AND pulsed CO2 lasers
• Minimum 1 year of experience in hands-on construction and repair of pulsed CO2 lasers
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be willing to take a drug test as part of the selection process
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DOE/NRC Q-clearance or equivalent strongly preferred.
• M.S or Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience in manufacturing and/or design for manufacturability
• History of producing results on self-directed projects
• Experience both with theoretical laser/optical concepts as well as hands-on construction and testing, with a track record of effectively blending these two aspects of engineering
• Demonstrated ability to work in technology areas with limited precedent
• Generates new and unique ideas; makes fresh connections; an original thinker
• Inspired to reach stretch goals in all endeavors
• Experience working in classified and/or highly regulated environments

Important Note

Due to the sensitive nature of our work, U.S. Citizenship and eligibility to obtain and maintain a DOE/NRC Q-Clearance are required.