AOSense, Inc · 5 months ago
Optical Physicist
AOSense, Inc. is the leading developer and manufacturer of innovative quantum technologies employing atom optics. They are seeking an Optical Physicist to design, prototype, build, and test laser systems for atom optic devices, guiding the transition to compact and integrated photonic systems for future sensors.
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Responsibilities
Develop compact laser systems for atom-based sensors and frequency standards
Design, build, and characterize optical frequency combs and high-finesse cavities
Validate the long-term stability of photonic systems in dynamic environments
Characterize laser performance (linewidth, beam quality, lifetime, etc.)
Characterize optics, optical materials, and components
Model laser beam propagation with optical design software
Transition photonics devices to manufacturing
Contribute to research proposals for further development and applications
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated expertise with lasers, optics, optomechanics, electro-optics, and acousto-optics
Hands-on experience with optical test equipment
Single-mode optical fiber systems
Ability to operate and troubleshoot electronic control systems for photonics devices
Applicants should thrive in a dynamic environment
U.S. Government contracts require applicants to be U.S. citizens or permanent residents
Preferred
Ph.D. (preferred) or equivalent professional experience
Optical frequency metrology (e.g., optical frequency combs and high-finesse cavities)
Ultrafast lasers and amplifiers
Laser frequency stabilization
Narrow-linewidth diode lasers
Integrated photonics design and fabrication
Micro-optic and diode chip assembly and packaging
Engineering software packages (e.g., Zemax, FRED, SolidWorks, or COMSOL)
Benefits
Medical and dental
Retirement
Stock plan
Company
AOSense, Inc
AOSense is a manufacturer of atom optic devices.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
National Science Foundation
2013-06-17Grant· $0.15M
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