Electrical Engineer

Description

Location :   Longmont, CO (onsite) Experience : 2-5 years of experience as an Electrical Engineer Minimum Education :   Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. Compensation :   $100,000-$150,000 depending on experience

Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities – from semiconductor device through target identification – to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. This is a great opportunity to work at a company that is on the leading edge of the HEL industry and provides a culture of excellence and commitment to delivering solutions to the warfighter and our country. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ : LASR). Summary : As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll support the design, development, and testing of rugged electrical solutions for advanced laser and electro-optical systems. You’ll work alongside senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience in power distribution, cabling, and troubleshooting while learning best practices for military-grade systems.

All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at :  . Please review this information before applying. Responsibilities :

• Assist in designing and testing MIL-STD power and data cabling solutions using COTS and custom components
• Support development of electrical system architecture, power budgets, grounding, and EMI / EMC mitigation
• Collaborate with mechanical and electro-optical engineers to integrate electrical solutions into compact designs
• Help troubleshoot hardware and system-level issues under guidance
• Document designs, test results, and quality assessments for cables and devices
• Adhere to safe electrical practices and contribute to team problem-solving.

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Benefits Summary :

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster :   . If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at  .