Optical Scientist

1 month ago

Somerset, United States OFS Fitel Full time
Job Title: Optical Scientist

We are seeking an experienced Optical Scientist to join our team at OFS Labs, our corporate R&D facility located in Somerset, NJ. As an Optical Scientist, you will be part of a team that designs, fabricates, and tests new types of optical fibers for high-power fiber lasers, as well as building and testing new fiber laser architectures.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, execute, and analyze experiments to improve the performance of optical fibers for fiber lasers and amplifiers
  • Work with the optical fiber fabrication team and provide input on improved fiber designs and compositions
  • Interface with teams developing fiber laser components such as pump-signal fibers, fiber Bragg gratings, and fiber coatings to ensure complete design solutions for fiber laser systems
  • Characterize glass, fibers, and coatings and analyze experimental data
  • Assist in establishing and executing an R&D program to support OFS manufacturing sites, including a long-term technology roadmap
  • Provide technical support to marketing and sales teams and assist in understanding new business opportunities
Requirements:
  • Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Expertise in optical sciences, waveguide photonics, and related disciplines
  • Experience in building, characterizing, simulating, and performing data analysis on lasers, preferably fiber lasers
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, preferably as demonstrated by past publications or presentations
  • Demonstrated laboratory experience working with optical components and optical fibers
  • Coursework and/or research experience in photonics and optics, preferably optical fibers
  • Demonstrated problem-solving ability in a laboratory environment
  • Demonstrated skills in data analysis and lab automation through computer programming with Matlab, Labview, Python, or similar
  • Ability to understand and perform optical simulations
  • Demonstrate effective communications (verbal, written) skills
  • Proficient with MS Office Word and Excel
  • Maintain discretion when working with confidential and proprietary information
  • Strict adherence to Company safety policies and procedures
  • Conform to all aspects of OFS' "Standards of Conduct" document
About OFS:

OFS is a world leader in optical fiber solutions, with a proven track record of innovation and a commitment to excellence. We offer a dynamic work environment, competitive salaries, and generous benefits programs, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and a matching 401(k) plan.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.

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