Honeywell

Sr Advanced Optics Engineer

Honeywell$95K — $125K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics).
  • Minimum of 6 years of relevant design and test experience.
  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience with operational optical systems, preferably free space optics.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and simulation software, ideally MATLAB.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard optical simulation tools such as Zemax and Code-V.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support and guidance to engineering teams for optical system development and testing.
  • Contribute to project plans for building and testing optical hardware like telescopes and laser systems.
  • Design, assemble, and operate optical test setups using various tools and light sources.
  • Troubleshoot complex engineering problems related to optical manufacturing and testing.
  • Develop documentation throughout the project phases for planning, execution, and results analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with quality, safety standards, and customer requirements.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering processes.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a controlled goods environment, enhancing compliance and regulatory knowledge.
  • Hands-on experience with cutting-edge optical systems and technology.
  • Opportunity for professional growth in a collaborative engineering team.
  • Involvement in innovative projects related to space missions and advanced optical communications.
Full Job Description
Job Description

In this role, you will collaborate with a team to execute project plans related to optical systems and test systems, ensuring all engineering requirements are fulfilled. You will provide technical assistance to fellow engineers, troubleshoot issues, and lead or contribute to the development of innovative solutions for complex customer challenges. This position requires a blend of hands-on, in-person laboratory work and activities outside the lab, including conceptual discussions and model-based analysis, to support team members and complete your own independent tasks.

You will report directly to one of our Sr Engineering Managers and you will work out of our Cambridge location in Canada.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provide comprehensive technical support and guidance to engineering teams in the development and testing of optical systems and test setups. This includes hands-on, in-person laboratory work with physical configurations, as well as collaborative support outside the lab, involving conceptual discussions, optical modeling, and mathematical analysis.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of project plans related to the building and testing of optical hardware including telescopes, fiber assemblies, and laser systems.
  • Design, assemble and operate optical test setups using various tools including interferometers, integrating spheres, spectrometers, various optical sensors, and light sources such as lasers and lamps, across different wavelengths.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex engineering problems related to the manufacturing and testing of optical systems.
  • Contribute to the development of build and test documentation throughout all project phases, including planning and design prior to execution, as well as reporting and data analysis following execution to accurately document procedures and results.
  • Ensure adherence to quality and safety standards and customer requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering processes and efficiency.

The Honeywell Aerospace building is a controlled goods program environment. Candidates must be eligible for CGP and CSP clearance

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant design and test experience.
  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in breadboard, laboratory, or operational optical systems. Experience with free space optical systems is preferred.
  • Experience with data analysis and simulation software for data post-processing of test data and developing simulations for optical systems in response to varying parameters to support test development and execution. Proficiency in MATLAB is preferred.
  • Basic familiarity with the capabilities and uses of industry standard optical simulation tools such as Zemax, Code-V, Light Tools, TracePro, etc.

WE VALUE
  • Optical simulation experience (Zemax, Code-V, Light Tools, Trace Pro, and other industry standard tools).
  • Experience with space missions.
  • Experience with free-space optical communications.
  • Experience with fiber lasers and/or Class 4 lasers in a breadboard, laboratory, or operational environment.
  • Experience with the complete engineering lifecycle (design to volume production)
  • Parametric mechanical modeling experience (Pro-Engineer, CREO, SolidWorks).
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Effective communication and people-oriented skills.
  • Strong document writing skills.
  • Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done and are willing to do things before being asked by others or forced to by events.

The annual base salary range for this position is $95,000 - $125,000 in Cambridge, ON, Canada. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell Aerospace considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

About Honeywell

Honeywell Aerospace is an American company that manufactures aircraft engines, avionics, auxiliary power units (APUs), and other aviation products. The company’s product portfolio includes space equipment, turbine engines, auxiliary power units, brakes, wheels, synthetic vision, runway safety systems and other avionics. President Barack Obama awarded a Honeywell employee the National Medal of Technology for his contributions to air flight safety technology. The company also owns a number of patents related to NextGen technology, aircraft windshields, turbochargers, and more. Honeywell Aerospace was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.

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