Optical Systems Engineer
Archangel Lightworks Ltd · OX20AA · posted 21 days ago
Going rate £52,000UK median £52,518
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2124Electronics engineers (professional)
Going rate for this occupation: £52,000 · UK median pay £52,518
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- UK pay for this occupation
- This role£43,711 to £58,445estimated
- Going rate£52,000
- UK median£52,518
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| Percentile | Pay |
|---|---|
| 25th | £44,943 |
| 50th | £52,518 |
| Going rate | £52,000 |
| UK median | £52,518 |
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About Archangel Lightworks
Archangel Lightworks is a laser communications company building wireless technology. Founded in 2017, we believe that laser communications to and from satellites is a key component of next-generation infrastructure. Our core product, the TERRA-M, is a deployable optical ground station with proven capability for space – ground data transfer.
Our team develops and operates products that advance the security and resilience of critical national infrastructure. We value compassion, resilience, curiosity, ownership and integrity. Our start-up is a fast-paced and supportive environment, where you can contribute to novel technology with meaningful applications like reducing the Digital Divide.
Archangel Lightworks recently closed over £10 million of investment in an oversubscribed Series A funding round. Our company is also supported by the UK Space Agency, the UK’s Department of Science and Technology (DSIT) and the UK Ministry of Defence.
About the job
We’re looking for an Optical Engineer with both design and Assembly Integration and Test experience to join our engineering team and deliver transformative laser communications technology. You will be responsible for the development of our optical subsystems, from requirements definition to testing in the field. In this role, you will work closely with our Product Technical Lead and optical engineering team.
Your responsibilities will include:
Design of laser communication terminal optical/photonic sub-systems for extreme environments Requirement definition and trade off analysis for complex optical/photonics systems, finding the optimal balance of performance against cost Modelling of optical system performance, optimisation and tolerancing Conducting practical breadboard testing to validate modelled data Assembling, integrating and testing subsystems Supporting system level testing and trials Being a subject matter expert for optical and photonic systems Managing suppliers of optical and photonic components Providing technical leadership of subsystem development projects.
Requirements:
Experience defining requirements on optical systems, modelling and performing trades studies to inform design selection Optical design/analysis experience using Zemax or similar software for design, optimisation and tolerancing. (Sequential, non-sequential desirable) Hands-on experience with photonic components and systems, including lasers (CW and pulsed), optical detectors/receivers, modulators, and fibre/ free-space optics, with a solid understanding of underlying physical principles and performance trade-offs Hands-on lab experience designing and carrying out tests for relevant optical systems.
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