Space Optical Communications Engineer (Coherent Transceivers)

Ephemeris Net; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ephemeris Net in El Segundo, California, seeks an Optical Engineer to own the design, build, test and flight of optical systems used to move data through the Ephemeris Net network, including coherent transceivers and free-space optical assemblies.

You will lead optical hardware end-to-end, collaborating with EE and mechanical teams, and report to the CTO; hands-on experience in space-qualified optics is required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in space-qualified optics.

Responsibilities

• Own the design, build, test and flight of optical systems for the Ephemeris Net network.

Job description

Ephemeris Net is seeking an Optical Engineer to own the design, build, test, and flight of the optical systems that move data through the Ephemeris Net network, including coherent transceivers and the free-space optical assembly.

You will lead optical hardware end-to-end, across transceiver and free-space link, collaborating with EE and mechanical teams. This role reports to the CTO and founder Nicolas Brown, and requires hands-on experience in space-qualified optics.