My client is looking for an Optical Engineer focused on laser communication systems. This position covers optical design and assembly integration. The ideal Optical Engineer would have the opportunity to work across R&D, testing and system development.

This is an onsite position based in Oxford.

Responsibilities

• Design optical and photonic sub-systems for laser communication applications
• Define system requirements and perform trade‑off analysis between performance and cost
• Model and optimise optical systems including tolerancing
• Conduct breadboard testing to validate simulation results
• Assemble, integrate and test optical sub‑systems
• Support system‑level testing and field trials
• Work with suppliers on optical component selection and specification
• Provide technical input and support subsystem development activities

Requirements

• Experience defining r...