Principal Optical Systems Engineer

MKS Instruments • Irvine, CA

5d • $175,000 - $195,000

About The Position

A Day in Your Life at MKS: MKS Systems Irvine is growing very rapidly with significant strategic investments in the development and fabrication of cutting-edge, high precision optics, opto-mechanical assemblies and systems. To manufacture these products, Systems Irvine is seeking individuals like you to join our team as Principal Optical Systems Engineer. In this position, you will plan, conceptualize, design, test, and document complex, high-precision opto-mechanical / electro-optical products. If you have a passion for working with cutting-edge technology, this is the role for you!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics or equivalent, Master's or PhD. preferred
• 8+ years experience developing Optical Systems
• Experience in developing and implementing test procedures, and evaluating and selecting appropriate test instrumentation
• Hands-on experience in assembling, aligning and testing optical and electronics systems (component to system-level)
• A deep understanding of state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and metrology

Responsibilities

• Perform product development activities that could include new or modified designs for new or existing products and document changes of opto-mechanical, electro-optical or electro-mechanical modules, systems, and instruments from concept to production release
• Interpret requirements from customer input and utilize industry best known methods
• Participate in feasibility studies and develop cost estimates for systems, testing, development labor, etc.
• Develop and execute product verification tests.
• Troubleshoot assemblies and/or final systems
• Work cross-functionally with Project Managers, Optical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and with Reliability and Manufacturing teams to ensure successfully achieving project objectives

Benefits

• MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.]

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal