Senior Optical Engineer

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Relative Dynamics Inc. is seeking an Senior Optical Engineer. As an Senior Optical Engineer, you are part of a cross-functional team developing optical hardware. The ideal candidate will have experience leading or contributing to multiple project development efforts, projects, and initiatives.
What You'll Get to Do:
• Close collaboration with electrical, mechanical and software engineers to understand system requirements and provide proof-of-concept hardware demonstrations that evolve to commercial products.
• Hands-on optical laboratory experiment design, construction and testing
What You'll Need:
Required:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, or relevant field and/or experience
• 3+ years' hands on laboratory optics, fiber optic and laser system experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desired:

• Optical ray trace software experience (e.g., Zemax, FRED, OSLO)
• Terrestrial fiber optic communication system experience
• Aerospace experience

What You Won't Do:
• Feel stuck as we offer great opportunities to advance and learn
• Feel like a number as we're a close-knit bunch and always have each other's backs
Who You Are:
• A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• A quick learner who is always ready to gain depth of knowledge
• A reliable worker who knows the importance of showing up when it counts
• Accept assignments with open cooperative positive and team-oriented attitudes
• Able to plan and execute plans across teams
• Effective communicator both written and verbal
What You'll Enjoy:
• Competitive wage and benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision and life/disability insurance
• Vacation and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Great 401k with company match
• Employee referral program
• Community involvement investing and giving back to the community
Relative Dynamics conducts a comprehensive background check that includes drug testing. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.