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MKS Instruments Inc Senior Principal Laser Engineer in Milpitas, California
A Day in Your Life at MKS:
Spectra-Physics is the Lasers Business Unit of MKS Instruments. We push the boundaries of technology to develop a wide range of nanosecond, picosecond, and femtosecond lasers that address the needs of Industrial, Scientific, and Life and Health markets. We are looking for an exceptional Sr. Principal Laser Engineer to join our innovative product development engineering team. In this position, you will contribute to the next generation design and engineering solutions for free-space and fiber-based laser systems. You will work collaboratively within a project team and use your communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional team members.
You Will Make an Impact By:
Serve as a technical expert for the optical design of fiber-based and free space lasers. Execute experiments to test conceptual designs and to document optical system performance. Use software computational tools to aid in the design and analysis of optical system performance
Define test strategies to measure laser and laser sub-system performance parameters and evaluate results
Work with optical component vendors for component definition, and to complete performance and reliability evaluation
Work in a multi-disciplinary team and interact with Electrical, Mechanical, Software and Manufacturing Engineers on new product development and to transfer the design to production
Conducts feasibility studies and testing on new and modified designs.
Directs support personnel in the preparation of detailed design, design testing and prototype fabrication
Skills You Bring:
MS degree and 10+ years industry experience or PhD and 7+ years industry experience
Experience with optical non-linear processes (SHG, THG, SPM, SBS, Raman etc.)
Ability to model harmonic generation processes using SNLO, Matlab and other suitable software tools
Experience with materials, designs and damage testing of thin film coatings
Proven ability to independently define measurement procedures, set up and perform the measurements, evaluate the results and clearly communicate the conclusions to peer engineers and management
Proven experience with optical measurement instruments
Preferred Skills:
Experience with Gaussian beam propagation software tools (Paraxia and/or others), familiarity with ray-tracing analysis software (ZEMAX, FRED and/or others)
Experience with harmonic generation and nonlinear crystals (SHG, THG, SFG), ability to model basic harmonic generation processes using SNLO, Matlab and/or other suitable software tools
Familiar with nanosecond, picosecond and femtosecond pulse generation, measurement and characterization
Experience with pulsed fiber lasers, familiarity with non-linear processes (SPM, SBS, Raman etc.) and their mitigation, and hands-on experience testing passive and active fibers and fiber-optics components
Hands-on experience with ultra-fast laser development and relevant technologies (mode-locking, CPA, etc.) and characterization (auto-correlator/FROG)
Experience with automated measurement and control methods (Python)
Experience in troubleshooting and failure analysis of optical modules and systems
We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time.
MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary Pay Range: $139,200 to 258,600 per year. This range is a good faith esti mate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.
Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].
Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].
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At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action , and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path.
Our success comes from celebrating the unique skills, diverse perspectives, and lived experience of employees from over 100 countries. The goal is to make sure that everyone feels that they belong. Diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; making sure everyone feels included is a big deal for us.
Our group of 10,000 employees serves semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial markets. With over 3,800 patents, our products are enabling advancements in 5G, renewable energy & storage, artificial intelligence, cloud technology, and big data. We're the behind-the-scenes support for some amazing technology.
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