R&D Engineer

COMPANY OVERVIEW :

AOSense, Inc. is the leading developer and manufacturer of innovative quantum technologies employing atom optics. Our devices use frequency-stabilized lasers and atoms in a vacuum cell to measure accelerations, rotations, magnetic fields, and time with unparalleled accuracy and stability. Our staff includes physicists and engineers with expertise covering a wide array of disciplines. Our teams are dynamic and fast paced since our hardware is cutting edge.

POSITION SUMMARY :

We are seeking an R&D engineer who specializes in compact and robust mechanical and optical design, assembly, and testing. As a hands-on R&D Engineer at AOSense, you will work with physicists and engineers to develop and test high-performance, fieldable accelerometers, gyroscopes, gravimeters, atomic clocks, frequency standards, and magnetometers.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Collaborate with physicists and engineers to rapidly iterate designs and prototypes
• Work with electrical, mechanical, and optical engineers to create, assemble, and test complex sensor and clock hardware
• Procure mechanical and optical components
• Coordinate component and subsystem fabrication and assembly
• Assemble and test vacuum systems
• Align lasers through single-mode optical fibers and through bulk electro-optic and acousto-optic devices
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to define, document, and implement PCB test plans
• Build and test prototype circuits and test fixtures
• Procure and maintain mechanical and optical test equipment
• Report results of validation testing

Requirements

DESIRED EXPERIENCE :

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor’s degree in physics or engineering, or equivalent professional experience, with experience in an R&D environment

Benefits

AOSense is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or disability status, or any other federal, state or local protected class.

AOSense is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are disabled and require special assistance or a reasonable accommodation while seeking employment with AOSense, then please contact us via email at careers@aosense.com or call (408) 735-9500 x210