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Opto-Mechanical Build Engineer

Los Angeles, CA (On-site) · Internship

Sponsorship not specified$90k-$200kDetected 13 days ago

GD&TMechanical DesignHardware DesignCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development and deployment of custom opto-mechanical systems for the world's most advanced metal 3D printing systems.
You will work with high-power lasers, high-speed cameras, and other proprietary hardware and software to integrate novel capabilities.
Opto-mechanical systems lie at the heart of our technology, so this is a high-impact opportunity at a rapidly growing deep-tech company.

Build, assemble, align, and deploy complex opto-mechanical systems.
Develop procedures for scaling in-house opto-mechanical build processes from prototype to volume production.
Design mechanical solutions to integrate optical design with precision and repeatability.
Create drawings specifically to opto-mechanical GD&T standards.
Establish and own the precision alignment process including method, procedure, and software used.
Perform test and characterization of optical performance including process, equipment selection, and passing criteria.
Work closely with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to develop a robust and scalable system architecture.

Bachelor's degree in Optics/Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics, and 2 years of hands-on professional experience
or a Master's degree in one of these disciplines and at least one hands-on opto-mechanical internship.
Hands-on experience with opto-mechanical systems (build, assembly, alignment, etc.).
3D printing experience is not required to be successful here - rather we look for smart, motivated, collaborative engineers who love solving hard problems and creating amazing technology!

Master's degree in optical engineering or mechanical engineering.
Experience with high power lasers (tens to hundreds of watts).
Experience designing optics for industrial systems such as semiconductor (i.e. etching), laser cutting, long distance laser communication, etc.
Basic understanding of image and signal processing.
Knowledge of motion control and kinematics.
Experience with design of fluid or thermal systems.
Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof.
We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country.

Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role.

We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions.
Significant stock option packages
100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
Life insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events
In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $ 90,000-$200,000.

We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology.

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