Senior Photonics Engineer

Draper; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Employee clubs (photography, yoga)

Health and financial workshops

Off-site social events

Discounts to local museums

Job summary

Draper is seeking a Senior Photonics Engineer in Cambridge, MA to advance photonic platforms for sensors, LiDAR, and quantum systems. You will model, design, and characterize prototype sensors and instruments with exposure to photonic simulation tools such as Lumerical, RSoft, or Tidy3D, and computing environments like MATLAB or Mathematica.

Responsibilities include leading design approaches, collaborating with engineers and physicists, and guiding hardware project phases while solving highly

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, optics, or similar.
• PhD degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and applies advanced design methods, theories, and research techniques.
• Analyzes and recommends design approaches to meet prototype or production requirements.
• Plan and conduct hardware projects or phases of projects.
• May provide technical consultation and leadership to team members.
• Develops quantum, optical, and/or photonic sensors and instruments.
• Propose performance improvements and cost reduction actions.
• Apply quantitative analysis to root-cause technical problems and implement solutions.
• Maintain internal/external relationships and communicate progress to leadership.

Skills

Programming proficiency

Lab data acquisition

Prioritization

Technical leadership

Communication & writing

Education

BSc or MSc in physics/optics/EE

PhD preferred

Tools

Lumerical

RSoft

MATLAB

Tidy3D

Job description

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

As a Senior Photonics Engineer in the Photonic Systems Group, the candidate will play a critical role in the development of advanced photonic platforms for sensors, LiDAR, and quantum systems. The candidate will work closely with a team of engineers and physicists to model, design, develop, and characterize prototype sensors, systems, and technology platforms. Experience with simulating photonic components and systems with tools (ex. Lumerical, Rsoft, Tidy3D) or other computing environments is desired. Competency in a computing environment such MATLAB, Mathematica, or similar is desired. Knowledge of microfabrication processes sufficient to guide design work is desired.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develops and applies advanced design methods, theories, and research techniques.
• Analyzes, develops, and recommends design approaches to meet prototype or production requirements.
• Responsible for planning and conducting hardware projects or phases of projects.
• Develops and applies advanced design methods, theories, and research techniques.
• May provide technical consultation and work leadership to other team members.
• Development of quantum, optical, and/or photonic sensors and instruments.
• Provide recommendations for performance improvements and cost reduction efforts.
• Apply quantitative analysis in determining root cause of highly technical problems and propose, develop and implement solutions for corrective action.
• Develop and maintain effective internal/external relationships.
• Independently execute analysis assignments under the oversight of program leadership.
• Contribute content for technical reports and presentations with appropriate guidance.
• Adapt appropriately to changes in program requirements.
• Identify challenges associated with assigned work and communicate them to project leadership.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in programming language.
• Ability to write software routines to run laboratory experiments including data collection, storage, and basic data reduction.
• Demonstrated consistency, accountability and flexibility managing multiple and competing priorities.
• Proven ability to lead technical solutions to complex user requirements.
• Excellent communication, technical writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Education

Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in physics, applied physics, electrical engineering, optics, or similar. PhD degree preferred.

Experience

5-7 years experience in Physics Engineering or related with a bachelor's degree. 3-5 years experience in Physics Engineering or related with a master's degree.

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance. Secret clearance is preferred.

Job Location - City

Cambridge

Job Location - State

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code

02139-3563

Salary

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$82,300.00 - $220,000.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you,

Equal Opportunity Statement

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].