Optical Systems Engineer - Space Lasers for Satellites

SpaceX; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks of paid vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Redmond is seeking a Space Lasers Engineer to develop and deploy advanced optical communication systems for the Starlink satellites. The role demands a strong background in optics and photonics, hands-on experience with laser technology, and programming skills. Qualified candidates will design and validate complex systems under challenging conditions while collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams. The company offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in optics or photonics.
• Experience in optical design or systems integration.
• Knowledge of lasers and photodiodes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design free-space optical systems.
• Define specifications for optical systems in harsh conditions.
• Collaborate with software teams for automated testing.

Skills

Optics knowledge

Photonics knowledge

Programming (C++, MATLAB, Python)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physics, computer science, electrical engineering, or other engineering/STEM discipline

Tools

Optical analysis tools (Zemax)

Optical test equipment

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Redmond is seeking a Space Lasers Engineer to develop and deploy advanced optical communication systems for the Starlink satellites. The role demands a strong background in optics and photonics, hands-on experience with laser technology, and programming skills. Qualified candidates will design and validate complex systems under challenging conditions while collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams. The company offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.