Senior Electrical Engineer - Defense
Description
About nLIGHT
At nLIGHT, we are constantly extending the cutting-edge of laser technology in multiple dynamic and growing markets. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.
Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
About the Role
nLIGHT is a leader in the design, development and production of innovative laser technologies and products. We are currently seeking a Sr. Electrical Engineer who will own the design of electrical subsystems for high energy laser systems in support of new technologies and products that contribute to our country’s expanding defense needs. Design goals are exceptionally challenging where cutting-edge technology meets the rigors of military use and deployment.
Job Description
- Member of electrical engineering team developing cutting-edge high-power electronics and control systems for complex defensive laser systems.
- Develop high-performance solutions for extremely difficult design spaces - harsh EMC/EMI conditions, stresses from continued shock/vibration, extreme temperature ranges, high-humidity, high-altitude, salt-spray, and cosmic radiation to name a few.
- Design must also be exceptionally light weight and ultra compact to achieve demanding industry SWaP (Size Weight and Power) goals.
- Define electrical product requirements for Directed Energy team sold into Government agencies/DoD primes/foreign defense agencies.
- Conduct detailed electrical design reviews and electrically driven code reviews across cross-functional teams.
- Generate complete electrical design packages including detailed schematics, cable routing diagrams, panel layouts, bills of materials and material requisition forms.
- Assemble design hardware, integrate into large laser system, and qualify through detailed bring-up/test plans.
- Research and understand application of international safety standards and MIL-STDs to hardware to ensure compliance.
- Utilize feedback from production, field service, and external customers to identify and pursue continuous improvement opportunities.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years’ experience as an Electrical Engineer
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or similar discipline
- Experience with power electronics/switch mode power supplies, power systems/distribution, batteries, power conditioning
- Strong troubleshooting skills related to complex electro-optic systems
- Experience with schematic and layout tools (Altium Designer preferred)
- Effectively manage schedule and priorities with minimal daily direction
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with clear and professional written/oral communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- LTSpice and SIMPLIS modeling for power electronic control loop optimization
- Experience designing RF PCBs
- Experience with complex FPGA-controlled multicomponent systems
- FPGA programming experience (VHDL preferred)
- Familiarity with conductive electronics cooling techniques
- Development experience with high-power laser and optical assemblies
- Experience managing other engineers and directing their day-to-day activities
- Experience qualifying systems to rigorous MIL-STDs
- Vendor management /procurement experience
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Salary, level based on experience, education and skills:
Salary, level based on experience, education and skills:
- Electrical Engineer II: $80,000 - $105,000
- Senior Electrical Engineer: $95,000 – $125,000
Other Compensation and Benefits
- Target Cash Bonus of 5% of your wages
- Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
- 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year, increasing by 1 day each year up to 4 weeks
- 10 paid Holidays
- Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: “EEO is the Law” and its accompanying temporary supplement. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or [email protected].