Senior Electro-Optics & Lasers Multi‑Disciplinary Engineer

Monarch Quantum; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with 4% match

20 PTO days

13 holidays

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Monarch Quantum is seeking a highly experienced Multi-Disciplinary Engineer 5 to lead the development of core electro-optics and laser hardware. You will work across disciplines to build ground-up hardware capabilities in a fast-moving startup environment, applying deep hands-on expertise to challenging problems.

The role requires a PhD, 10+ years of relevant experience, and proven ability to design, analyze, fabricate and test high‑power laser systems while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• PhD in Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in startup or tech environments.
• Hands-on experience with high‑power lasers, beam modulation, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate high‑power laser systems and beam control hardware.
• Prototype, test, and fabricate designs to verify performance.
• Collaborate across electronic, mechanical, and software teams to solve problems.
• Assess safety and regulatory requirements for laser systems.

Skills

Electronic Hardware Design

System simulation

Controls and Systems

Test and Measurement

Firmware and Programming

Lasers and Optics

Hardware and Design

Education

PhD in Engineering or related field

Job description

Monarch Quantum is seeking a highly experienced Multi-Disciplinary Engineer 5 to lead the development of core electro-optics and laser hardware. You will work across disciplines to build ground-up hardware capabilities in a fast-moving startup environment, applying deep hands-on expertise to challenging problems.

The role requires a PhD, 10+ years of relevant experience, and proven ability to design, analyze, fabricate and test high‑power laser systems while maintaining safety and quality.