Senior Photonics Systems Engineer - Light Engines

Monarch Quantum; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Monarch Quantum in San Diego seeks a Senior Project Engineer for Light Engines to lead photonic system development in a fast-paced startup. You will drive architecture decisions, define milestones, and ensure design-for-manufacturability from concept to prototype.

The role requires advanced engineering degrees and 8+ years in optics, photonics, AMO physics, and system integration, with a proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and deliver high-quality results on schedule.

Qualifications

• Requires advanced engineering degrees.
• 8+ years of experience in relevant fields.
• Expertise in optics, photonics, AMO physics, and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead photonic system development from concept to prototype.
• Plan, execute, and own project milestones.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver on time and within scope.

Skills

Optics

Photonics

AMO physics

System integration

Project leadership

Education

Advanced engineering degrees

Job description

Monarch Quantum in San Diego seeks a Senior Project Engineer for Light Engines to lead photonic system development in a fast-paced startup. You will drive architecture decisions, define milestones, and ensure design-for-manufacturability from concept to prototype.

The role requires advanced engineering degrees and 8+ years in optics, photonics, AMO physics, and system integration, with a proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and deliver high-quality results on schedule.