Senior Optical Systems Engineer

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Overview

In this role you drive the technical design and leadership of fibre-optic sub-systems, including high-power amplifiers, from concept to early production. You guide a small team within G&H’s Optics and Fibre Optics R&D, collaborating across disciplines and engaging with customers to shape technical direction. You’ll work across TRL3–7, delivering robust prototypes and test plans while aligning with global teams. This is a hands-on, high-impact role in a world-leading photonics company.

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership in designing fibre-optic sub-systems, including high-power optical amplifiers
Lead and manage small project teams to meet scope, schedule and budget
Collaborate with optical, mechanical and electronic engineers in a multidisciplinary setting
Prototype build and assembly, including splicing, mechanical/electrical assembly, and opto-electronic testing
Develop and execute test plans for functional and environmental verification
Engage with customers to negotiate specs, present results, and steer technical direction
Build internal networks with G&H’s global technical and commercial teams
Deliver technical reviews and produce concise management reports

Key requirements

Degree or PhD/EngD in Engineering or Physics with optics/photonics/fibre-optics focus
Current or recent experience in optics/photonics industry
Commercial experience developing fibre-optic or laser products
Strong knowledge of optical amplifiers (high-power) and photonics
Hands-on experience building/testing fibre-optic components or modules
Team leadership or project management experience
Ability to generate proposals and manage technical and financial aspects of development projects
Excellent communication skills for presenting to customers and stakeholders