Optical Engineer

QinetiQ is a global defence and security company and employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world. We offer our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products and help solve some of their most challenging problems.

Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn. Globally QinetiQ has four Sectors, one of which is the ‘Australia Sector’’. The Australia Sector has more than 1,200 employees operating across four countries, namely Australia, Canada, Germany and the United Kingdom. 

We are now looking for an additional Optical Engineer / Scientist to join our Engineering Services team in Adelaide, South Australia.

You’ll share our values of Performance, Collaboration and Integrity, and our purpose to protect the safety and security of our nation. Joining our talented team, you will be part of a diverse and inclusive environment with an enviable culture which inspires our people to deliver their best work.

About the Role

Using leading edge technology to establish sovereign industry capability, as an Optical Engineer / Scientist, you will support the delivery of innovative laser systems including laser weapons from concept development and laboratory experiments through to engineering design, build and test.

https://www.qinetiq.com/en/what-we-do/services-and-products/focus-on-directed-energy-systems 

In this key role, you will be responsible for;

• Advising on the optical design aspects of laser and optical subsystems including beam control and safety considerations
• Designing, building and testing of laser and optical hardware and software systems
• Planning and technical leadership of projects as appropriate
• Providing input to larger projects as part of a team of subject matter experts
• Undertaking technical tasks relating to high energy laser development, test and evaluation
• Engaging with relevant stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds
• Assisting to establish and mature laser lab operations
• Supporting system integration and field testing of high power laser systems

  To be successful for the role of Optical Engineer / Scientist you will need:

• Working knowledge of lasers systems, optics, and basic properties of laser beams
• Extensive experience in setting up or constructing laser orientated experiments or products
• Experience in modelling, experimentation, test and evaluation and analysis
• Good working knowledge of laboratory test and measurement equipment

Whilst not essential, experience in the following is desirable:

• Fibre lasers (of any sort) - handling optical fibres including splicing, cleaving and characterisation
• Optical engineering and optical design modelling
• Any theoretical modelling or simulation experience, particularly with propagation of light in atmosphere or thermal modelling due to absorption of optical radiation
• Laser optics at kW level, preferably including fibre lasers, beam quality management and Opto/thermomechanical effects
• Characterization of narrow linewidth laser sources
• Data analysis and machine control in Matlab and/or Labview
• Professional standard optical design tools such as Zemax, and related 3D engineering or modelling packages.
• Awareness of systems engineering practices
• Advanced laser technologies (active phase locking, spectrum broadening through modulation, auto-alignment technologies, length matching optical fibres, etc.)
• Non-linear optics 

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be eligible for Australian Defence security clearance. Current security clearance is preferred.

Whilst applications and referrals must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Visa Mutte, Talent Acquisition specialist via email: VMutte@qinetiq.com.au

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career.   You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Individual Professional development allowance
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back

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As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people. 

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.