Cowboyspace
Optical Engineer - Communications
- Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
- $120k–$200k
- Mid level
- Full-time
- On-site · San Carlos, California
- 3+ yrs exp
- Added 4 weeks ago
About this role
Cowboy Space Corp. is seeking an Optical Engineer to contribute to the design and optimization of high-power laser systems for their space-based solar energy infrastructure. This role involves developing fiber laser and amplifier systems, characterizing laser performance, and ensuring the reliability of optical components within a demanding space environment. Join a team dedicated to revolutionizing energy and data transmission from orbit.
What you'll do
- Design and develop high-power fiber laser and amplifier systems.
- Characterize laser sources, measuring linewidth and spectral purity.
- Select and integrate fiber-optic components for space-based platforms.
- Perform fiber splicing and assembly of subassemblies.
- Model and measure fiber nonlinearity effects (SBS, SPM).
- Design and align coherent fiber-optic receivers.
What they're looking for
- Fiber optics
- Laser systems
- Optical engineering
- Fiber amplifiers
- Modulation formats
- OSAs, power meters, oscilloscopes
- Optical Communications
- Space-based systems
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Relocation assistance
- Daily lunch and stocked kitchen
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Cowboyspace
- Industry
- Aerospace & Defense
Likely interview questions
- Describe your experience with rare-earth-doped fiber amplifiers and their performance characteristics.
- Explain your approach to characterizing and mitigating nonlinear effects like SBS and SPM in high-power fiber systems.