Physical Sciences Inc. ยท 3 months ago
Opto-Mechanical Engineer
Physical Sciences Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company located in Andover, MA, seeking an early-career engineer to support R&D projects for advanced optical and laser-based sensor systems. The engineer will be part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on developing and transitioning optical system technologies for defense and industrial applications.
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Responsibilities
Support R&D projects for advanced optical and laser-based sensor systems
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on the development and transition-to-production of optical system technologies
Design, simulate, and procure components for assembly, demonstration, and test using CAD software
Conduct hands-on laboratory testing and deploy sensor systems in the field
Communicate concepts, ideas, and results to the interdisciplinary team
Qualification
Required
B.S. (or greater) in Mechanical Engineering or similar with 2 years industry experience
Experience using CAD software (i.e. SolidWorks) to design, simulate, and procure components for assembly, demonstration, and test
Demonstrated hands-on, laboratory testing experience
Experience with machine shop tools (mills, lathes, etc.)
Willingness to test and deploy sensor systems in the field
Solid ability to communicate concepts, ideas, results to the interdisciplinary team
Willingness to learn on-the-job skills and wear multiple 'hats'
US citizenship is required
Preferred
Experience with optical systems a significant plus
Experience with benchtop electronics and diagnostic tools (i.e. oscilloscopes, multi-meters, power meters, lock-in amplifiers)
Experience with data acquisition systems
Modeling of physical (e.g. thermal, vibrational) processes
Optical sensing methods, spectroscopy
Company
Physical Sciences Inc.
For over 50 years, PSI has provided technology solutions and innovative products to our government and commercial customers.