Job Description

Who We Are

At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
Develop next-generation laser products in a fast-growing, vertically integrated company. Take products from concept phase through product release and into manufacturing as a core member of an interdisciplinary team.

Functions

• Contribute to cross-functional development teams to deliver innovative laser products.
• Apply detailed understanding of laser optic to development of commericial, military and aerospace laser products.
• Provide technical leadership within a structured product-development process, including planning and tracking, leading experimental and modeling activities, conducting data and design reviews, leading problem-solving teams and failure analyses, and documenting and reporting results.
• Develop and refine fiber processing tools and techniques to enable manufacturing of lasers and critical components.
• Develop optical diagnostic methods and tools for characterizing lasers and components.
• Support Marketing and Sales personnel, Applications engineers, customers, and end users, and translate market needs into product development projects.
• Direct activities of technicians.

Desired Qualifications

• BS, MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics.
• Hands-on experience with the development and manufacturing of lasers, amplifiers and fiber-based components. Experience with optical fiber, fiber lasers, semiconductor lasers, electro optics and opto-mechanics is advantageous.
• Experience with measurement tools and techniques for characterizing the spatial, spectral, and temporal characteristics of high-power lasers.
• Solid analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
• Experience with statistical analysis tools, simulation software, statistical process control, and design of experiments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to summarize and present results and conclusions clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work cross-functionally as both a team leader and a contributor.

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:Starting pay depends on qualifications:

• Laser Engineer I: $85,000 - $95,000 annually
• Laser Engineer II: $90,000 - $115,000 annually
• Senior Laser Engineer: $103,000 - $135,000 annually

Other Compensation and Benefits

• Target Cash Bonus of 5-6% of earned wages, depending on level
• Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 10 paid Holidays
• Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status). Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or HR@nlight.netE-Verify Participation:
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.For more information, please review the following notices:

• E-Verify Participation Poster
• Right to Work Poster