Ultrafast Laser Scientist & Systems Engineer

KMLabs Inc.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

KMLabs Inc. in Boulder, CO is seeking a Laser Scientist/Engineer to design, develop, and optimize ultrafast laser and short-wavelength light source systems on site. You will conduct experiments, test performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine product designs.

Responsibilities include alignment, integration, data analysis, and documenting procedures and results, with opportunities for publications, customer demonstrations, and field deployments as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong background in ultrafast laser physics and nonlinear optics.
• Experience with Ti:sapphire and other advanced laser systems.
• Hands-on skills in optical alignment, beam delivery, and diagnostics.
• Proficiency in data acquisition and analysis using LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB.
• Experience with vacuum systems, detectors, and control electronics is a plus.
• Degree in Physics or Optical/Electrical Engineering; postdoctoral experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize ultrafast laser and short-wavelength light source systems.
• Align and integrate optical, mechanical, and electronic components; perform testing.
• Analyze experimental data and troubleshoot system performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and document procedures and results.
• Contribute to technical publications and customer demonstrations as needed.

Skills

Ultrafast laser physics

Nonlinear optics

Ti:sapphire lasers

Laser alignment

Beam delivery

Harmonic generation

Experimental design

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in Physics or Optical Engineering

Electrical Engineering background

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

MATLAB

Job description

KMLabs Inc. in Boulder, CO is seeking a Laser Scientist/Engineer to design, develop, and optimize ultrafast laser and short-wavelength light source systems on site. You will conduct experiments, test performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine product designs.

Responsibilities include alignment, integration, data analysis, and documenting procedures and results, with opportunities for publications, customer demonstrations, and field deployments as needed.