Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer, HEL Systems (Onsite)

nLIGHT; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks of Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in Longmont, Colorado, seeks experienced Mechanical Engineers to design and integrate advanced High Energy Laser (HEL) weapon systems. Candidates must possess at least 5+ years of experience in opto-mechanical system design, with a Bachelor's in relevant engineering fields. The role involves developing robust systems, managing design processes, and ensuring high-quality manufacturing. Competitive compensation ranges from $120,000 to $170,000 depending on experience, with a robust benefits package including paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in opto-mechanical system design.
• Ability to architect design solutions based on requirements.
• Experience with various manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop cutting-edge laser and electro-optical systems.
• Apply design principles for cost-optimized solutions.
• Design, analyze, and assemble mechanical systems.

Skills

Commitment to Excellence

Attention to Detail

Pride in Workmanship

Experience in SolidWorks

Strong troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering

Tools

GitLab

Jira

Job description

A leading defense technology company in Longmont, Colorado, seeks experienced Mechanical Engineers to design and integrate advanced High Energy Laser (HEL) weapon systems. Candidates must possess at least 5+ years of experience in opto-mechanical system design, with a Bachelor's in relevant engineering fields. The role involves developing robust systems, managing design processes, and ensuring high-quality manufacturing. Competitive compensation ranges from $120,000 to $170,000 depending on experience, with a robust benefits package including paid time off and health insurance.