Advanced Optical Systems Engineer
About The Position
Are you passionate about cutting-edge technology and eager to push the boundaries of Optical systems? As an Optical Systems Engineer here at Honeywell Aerospace Technologies, within our Optical Sensors group, you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, analysis, and testing of advanced Optical systems, ensuring high performance and reliability of our products. You will have strong expertise in optical systems and design engineering, bringing innovative solutions and insights to complex engineering challenges. In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of Ring Laser Gyroscope (RLG) technologies used in Inertial Navigation solutions for aerospace applications, working alongside cross-functional teams to advance existing products, design next-generation solutions and contribute to new product development programs.
Requirements
- BS or greater in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field as well as direct industry experience in the overall optical design process from concept through production.
- Experience in optical design and development (considering candidates at varying seniority levels, from early careers through senior level)
- Proficiency in the design, analysis, simulation, optimization, validation, and transition to production of precision optical systems
- Experience with optical materials and manufacturing processes relevant to product development.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degrees such as MS or PhD in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
- Hands-on experience on optical components manufacturing with ring laser gyroscopes and the use of optical measurement systems.
- Experience supporting production optics, yield improvement, and precision alignment methods
- Experience with optical testing methods (interferometry, MTF testing)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation Ring Laser Gyroscopes (RLGs) used in Inertial instruments, ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
- Perform simulations and analyses to validate design and ensure reliable performance and safety of aerospace systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define optical requirements, trade-off analysis, and cost estimation for design projects and their implementation in manufacturing.
- Manage and resolve technical challenges throughout the product lifecycle, from concept through to production.
- Analyze product performance, identify gaps, and develop solutions to improve inspection, stability, throughput, and usability.
- Translate system and customer needs into optical specifications, requirements definitions, and create documentation for suppliers and internal teams in compliance with Honeywell’s guidelines and standards.
- Drive execution across complex technical topics with clear ownership, structured problem solving, and strong follow-through.
Benefits
- Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
- Employee assistance program and educational assistance
- Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
- Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
