Candidates must be US citizens or US permanent residents as required by Government regulations for this position.
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MetroLaser, Inc. is a leading R & D company world-wide recognized for its laser-based measurement and diagnostic technologies for industrial, military, and space applications. Since its inception in 1988, MetroLaser has been at the forefront of state-of-the-art research and development as well as the commercialization of optical diagnostics systems to measure flow velocity, temperature, chemical composition, surface temperature, non-destructive inspection of components, etc. The core business of MetroLaser is in the defense sector, NASA and DOE and as a commercial provider of flow and combustion diagnostics.
We have an exciting opening for a Holography Applications Scientist at our office in Laguna Hills, CA. The new appointee will support the scientific staff in implementation, investigation and analysis of laboratory-based experiments and various engineering problems. The successful candidate is expected to work under moderate supervision while using technical skills and judgment to solve problems encountered during the course of the experimental/analytical investigation. The appointee is expected to prioritize time to stay on schedule, be proactive in documenting the results and findings, and in communicating them to the scientific staff. He/she is expected to work as a part of a team and may also lead efforts with other engineers and technicians.
Job Responsibilities
Design, analysis and construction of optical systems using holography for measurements, right from inception to prototyping
Application of holography for microscopy and microbial tracking for plant biology
Application of holography for measurements in fluid mechanics and particle dynamics
Interfacing holography with fluorescence-based spectroscopy
Develop timelines and resources to implement solutions for the project execution
Layout of breadboard for experimental work and instrument development
Document findings/results and analyses for reporting
Interface with other technical stuff to jointly investigate and solve engineering problems
Prepare technical presentations for internal use, conferences and customers
Qualifications
MS/Ph.D. in optical sciences/engineering, mechanical/aerospace/structural engineering or equivalent, with 1 or more years of work experience after the PhD degree or 2 or more years of experience after the MS degree
Good understanding of optics, lens design, optical systems design
Working knowledge of holography, interferometry and Schlieren for instrument development and applications
Good understanding of fluid mechanics and structural mechanics
Good understanding of microbial tracking in plant biology
Experience with lasers and optical detectors
Experience with Zemax or a similar optical design software
Experience in image processing and software coding using C/C++/Python/MATLAB
Experience with LabVIEW and SOLIDWORKS programming
Highly-motivated and a self-starter with ability to quickly absorb new concepts and subsequent application within prescribed timelines and resources
Strong communication and inter-personal skills, and the ability to work in a team towards a larger company objective
MetroLaser, Inc. offers highly competitive compensation and fringe benefit package that includes retirement plan, matching contributions; health, dental and vision benefits; generous paid time-offs; sick leaves and a highly intellectual, work environment.
MetroLaser is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must be US citizens or US permanent residents as required by Government regulations for this position.