PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related field (exceptional MS candidates considered)
8+ years of hands-on experience designing and building laser systems
Expertise in semiconductor laser design, external cavity lasers, or fiber lasers
Strong understanding of laser physics, cavity dynamics, and noise processes
Proven experience transitioning laser concepts from lab to prototype
Comfortable working hands-on in lab environments
Track record of patents or high-impact publications
Responsibilities
Lead and define requirements for new laser systems and semiconductor gain media
Drive technology trade studies and select architectures based on performance and cost
Interface with suppliers to enhance quality of laser components
Contribute to the development of new laser platforms from concept to prototype
Author technical documentation and peer-reviewed publications
Support design transition to production, focusing on manufacturability
Mentor engineers and set technical direction
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching
20 paid time off (PTO) days per year
13 paid company holidays
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Full Job Description
Senior Laser Scientist - New Product Introduction
Your key responsibilities are as follows:
Lead and define optical, electrical, thermal, and mechanical requirements for new laser systems and the semiconductor gain media (e.g., laser diodes) which are implemented in these systems.
Drive technology trade studies and down-select architectures based on performance, manufacturability, and cost.
Interface with suppliers to drive collaborations that produce quality laser components.
Contribute to the development of new laser platforms from concept through prototype and early productization
Author technical documentation, invention disclosures, and peer-reviewed publications as appropriate.
Support transition of designs to production, including design for test and design for manufacturability.
Contribute to laser design across multiple architectures:
External cavity lasers (free-space and fiber-based)
Fiber lasers and amplifiers
Semiconductor lasers (DFB, DBR, FP, ECL gain chips)
Perform and guide:
Optical design and modeling
Cavity design, mode control, linewidth and noise optimization
Mentor senior and junior engineers; set technical direction and best practices.
Collaborate closely with:
Photonics integration and packaging teams
Electronics and control systems engineers
Reliability and manufacturing engineering
Requirements
This position requires access to export-controlled information. Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. a7 1324b(a)(3).
Experience:
PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related field (exceptional MS candidates considered).
8+ years of hands-on experience designing and building laser systems.
Skills:
Expertise in at least two of the following:
Semiconductor laser design and physics
Semiconductor laser diodes / gain media and the commercial semiconductor manufacturing industry
External cavity laser architectures
Fiber lasers and fiber amplifiers
Strong understanding of:
Laser physics and cavity dynamics
Noise processes (linewidth, phase noise, RIN)
Thermal effects and opto-mechanical stability
Proven experience taking laser concepts from lab demonstration to robust prototype
Comfortable working hands-on in the lab (optical benches, fiber splicing, diagnostics)
Preferred Skills:
Experience with semiconductor laser diodes and laser diode manufacturing
Experience with narrow linewidth, low-noise, or widely tunable lasers.
Background in one or more application areas:
Telecommunications
LIDAR
Sensing or metrology
Quantum, atomic, or coherent optical systems
Familiarity with:
PIC-based lasers or hybrid integration
Control loops, frequency locking, and stabilization techniques
Reliability, lifetime testing, and environmental qualification
Track record of patents or high-impact publications
Startup Mindset:
You#39;re creative, flexible, and eager to wear multiple hats.
You#39;re passionate about building systems from the ground up and comfortable with ambiguity and change.
Benefits
The expected annual salary range for this position is $125,000-$175,000.
As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch#39;s comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
