Senior Adaptive Optics Engineer for High-Energy Lasers

Xcimer; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Xcimer in Denver, CO is seeking an Adaptive Optics Engineer/Scientist to develop high-performance adaptive optics systems for next-generation laser technology. You will engage in designing and optimizing control algorithms and support the integration of adaptive optics hardware.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in optical engineering, particularly with adaptive optics. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and a flexible Paid Time Off policy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of optical science/engineering experience directly related to adaptive optics systems.
• 10+ years of optical science/engineering experience directly related to adaptive optics.
• Experience in characterizing turbulence in beam paths.

Responsibilities

• Develop new optimization routines for the adaptive optics loop.
• Coordinate with vendors for next generation AO platforms.
• Assist in aligning, calibrating, and running adaptive optics hardware.

Skills

Adaptive optics systems

Optical engineering

Wavefront sensors

Deformable mirrors

Beam propagation modeling

Optical subsystem integration

Education

B.S. in optical science/engineering or related field

M.S. or Ph.D. in optical engineering/science or related field

Tools

Wave-optics simulation tools

Job description

Xcimer in Denver, CO is seeking an Adaptive Optics Engineer/Scientist to develop high-performance adaptive optics systems for next-generation laser technology. You will engage in designing and optimizing control algorithms and support the integration of adaptive optics hardware.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in optical engineering, particularly with adaptive optics. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and a flexible Paid Time Off policy.