Honeywell · 2 days ago

Lead Optical Design Engineer

Plymouth, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

6+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Perform design, development, and manufacture of state-of-the-art aircraft lighting systems with specific responsibility for optical components associated with products for commercial and military aerospace applications.

Lead the optical design process, from concept to production.

Perform optical analysis and simulations using Light Tools to ensure product performance and reliability.

Opto-mechanical tolerance analysis

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define optical requirements and specifications.

Design and develop complex optical systems, components, and assemblies.

Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers.

Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.

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Optical designOptical design softwareSimulation toolsOptical testingCharacterizationOptical physicsIllumination system designRefractive opticsReflective opticsLight source technologiesLEDsLasersFiber opticsU.S. Person statusProblem-solvingAnalyticalCommunicationCollaborationIndustry StandardsOptical System IntegrationOptimizationOptical MaterialsManufacturing ProcessesLeadershipMentoring

Required

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering or mathematics

6+ years of experience in optical design and development

Strong knowledge of optical design principles and methodologies

Proficiency in optical design software and simulation tools such as Light Tools

Experience with optical testing and characterization

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Strong communication and collaboration abilities

Knowledge of, and substantial experience in, optical physics & the principles of illumination system design & manufacture, inclusive of appropriate optical design software, understanding of refractive and reflective optics, as well as state-of-the-art light source technologies, i.e. LEDs, lasers, fiber optics, etc.

U.S. Person status (U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status or have the ability to obtain an export authorization)