Optoelectronics Laser Tech Advisor (SETA) – On-Site

Mach-20; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Mach-20 is seeking an early- to mid-career Optoelectronics Engineer to support government programs in the development of high‑efficiency, wide bandgap lasers from UV to near‑IR. The role requires deep device physics knowledge, materials expertise, and the ability to communicate technical progress to program managers.

The position is on-site in Arlington, VA, with 3–4 days per week as required; U.S. citizenship with an active Secret clearance is required or eligibility considered for exceptional

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or related field preferred.
• Experience with optoelectronic devices and high-power laser development.
• Familiarity with wide bandgap materials (GaN, AlGaN, SiC, diamond, III-N materials).
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills for briefs, reports, and presentations.
• Ability to evaluate proposals, analyze program data, and provide actionable recommendations to program managers.

Responsibilities

• Support program managers with technical expertise in UV-visible-NIR wide bandgap laser technologies.
• Review, assess, and provide recommendations on contractor research, technical proposals, and program progress.
• Develop and maintain high-quality technical documentation, reports, and briefings for decision-making.
• Facilitate coordination across research performers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Help ensure efficient execution of government research portfolios by providing objective technical insight and recommendations.

Skills

Optelectronic design

Wide bandgap materials

Device architectures

Technical documentation

Proposal evaluation

Program management

Education

MS/PhD preferred

Job description

Mach-20 is seeking an early- to mid-career Optoelectronics Engineer to support government programs in the development of high‑efficiency, wide bandgap lasers from UV to near‑IR. The role requires deep device physics knowledge, materials expertise, and the ability to communicate technical progress to program managers.

The position is on-site in Arlington, VA, with 3–4 days per week as required; U.S. citizenship with an active Secret clearance is required or eligibility considered for exceptional