DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing photonic engine technology for government and commercial spanets, including defense and security, quantum information sciences, life sciences, and industrial process control. As a laser technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered mo
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DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing photonic engine technology for government and commercial spanets, including defense and security, quantum information sciences, life sciences, and industrial process control. As a laser technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company. Daylight laser solutions span the full spectrum from UV to visible to NIR to mid-IR.

 

At DRS Daylight Solutions, you will be eligible for competitive pay, great benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, 9/80 work schedule, and Tuition Assistance. Our Daylight family-oriented culture allows you to receive hands-on training, professional development, career advancement and exposure to the latest and greatest technology, where our motto is "To protect with Light". Come join the family!

Job Summary

 

The Part Time Senior Physicist at Daylight will be responsible for supporting the design and analysis of lasers, robotics, tooling and fixtures. They should have a strong understanding of robust opto-mechanical design practices including precision mechanism, kinematics, lasers, and thermal control. They will support the design, analysis, documentation and testing of optical/laser products, systems, and/or subsystems. Working with a multi-disciplinary design team, they will execute on optical and mechanical modeling, prototyping, calculations, FEA, and testing. The successful candidate would be able to compile/review data and perform both optical and mechanical analyses (hand calculations, FEA, STOP) to make design decisions and implement them in CAD/Documentation. The Sr. Engineer will develop optical alignment processes for automation. Along with design, they will conduct formal reviews, support failure analyses and proposals. They should additionally be able to work independently, be flexible, and be receptive to ideas and feedback.

Job Responsibilities

 

Uses computer-aided engineering or other design/analysis software in the performance of assignments. Ability to work independently, regular reporting of progress and statusDesign, develop, analyze, document and support testing of robust, precision optomechanical assemblies.Engineering analysis to understand how loads and environmental factors affect performance (tolerance stack, thermal and structural, optical) using appropriate tools for the job. UsesEngineering tools such as CAD, Optical Modeling and FEA to designDesign and setup optical metrology and perform engineering tests and design of experimentsLaser packaging design and process development: Soldering, wire bonding, lid welding, adhesive bonding, hermeticity testingInvolved in the initial build and bring up of engineering prototype productsHands-on prototyping, assembly, instrumentation, and test for characterization of design intentProcess development to ensure design intent and manufacturabilityHands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis using engineering/physics principlesResponsible for completion of assigned task on time and meeting technical requirementsParticipating in design reviews and clearly articulating design conceptsProvides regular reporting of progress and statusAbility to work independently under supervision of othersPurchasing, fabricating, and building of hardware. Writing ECO’s and manufacturing work instructionsDevelop, purchase, fabricate and build prototypes to retire key development risksCommunicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required; documenting analysis, test results, and designs reviews.Design of automated optical alignment robotics Support root cause analysis on failuresSupport, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Qualifications

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of experience preferably in Lasers, PhD preferred
  • Competent technical expertise and application domain knowledge
  • Ability to lead a technical group independently

 

The expected pay scale for this position is $100/hour - $200/hour. The pay scale information is a general guideline only.  Several factors can influence the pay scale for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic locations, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable spanet conditions, and internal equity.  Other factors include the candidates qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  LI-SF1 INDDAY

Company Details
DRS Technologies
12930 Worldgate Drive
Suite 200
Herndon, Virginia 20170 USA
www.drs.com
274 Open Jobs Available
DRS Technologies, A Finmeccanica Company, provides leading edge products and services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Focused on defense electronics, we develop and manufacture a broad range of mission critical systems and components...

Benefits:
Wherever you are in your career – just starting out or a seasoned professional – your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. DRS is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive program of benefits with a focus on overall well being. Our program includes health, life, disability and retirement plans. It is designed with flexibility so that you can choose the plans or coverage levels that best meet your personal and your family‘s needs. Choices range from plan option, to in- or out-of-network provider access, to an array of voluntary plans from which to choose.
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Location
San Diego, California, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
DRS Technologies
12930 Worldgate Drive
Suite 200
Herndon, Virginia 20170 USA
www.drs.com
274 Open Jobs Available
DRS Technologies, A Finmeccanica Company, provides leading edge products and services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Focused on defense electronics, we develop and manufacture a broad range of mission critical systems and components...

Benefits:
Wherever you are in your career – just starting out or a seasoned professional – your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. DRS is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive program of benefits with a focus on overall well being. Our program includes health, life, disability and retirement plans. It is designed with flexibility so that you can choose the plans or coverage levels that best meet your personal and your family‘s needs. Choices range from plan option, to in- or out-of-network provider access, to an array of voluntary plans from which to choose.

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