FSO System Engineer

Position: FSO System Engineer

We are seeking a skilled FSO (Free-Space Optics) System Engineer to join a growing R&D team. The ideal candidate will contribute to the design, development, and testing of advanced free-space optical communication systems, supporting both terrestrial and satellite applications.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, simulation, and optimization of FSO communication systems for high performance and reliability.
• Perform system-level trade-off analyses (link budget, aperture size, modulation, error correction).
• Research new FSO technologies and materials to improve efficiency, data throughput, and signal quality.
• Develop system models and simulations using tools like VPI Photonics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate FSO solutions into larger systems.
• Develop test plans and validate system performance in lab and field trials.
• Provide technical leadership in system integration, ensuring systems meet specifications.
• Stay updated on developments in optical communication technologies.
• Contribute to patents, technical papers, and academic collaborations.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• Experience in FSO or optical communication system design and analysis.
• Proficiency with simulation tools (e.g., VPI Photonics).
• Knowledge of optical components (lasers, detectors, beam steering, lenses, modulators).
• Experience with link budget analysis and signal processing for FSO systems.
• Familiarity with environmental impacts on FSO systems (e.g., weather, turbulence).
• Experience in optical system testing and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of wireless communication protocols and error correction.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills, along with excellent communication abilities.

Preferred:

• Experience integrating FSO systems into communication networks.
• Familiarity with machine learning in optical communications.
• Experience with satellite or long-range communication links.
• Published papers or patents in optical communications.
• Experience in a product-driven R&D environment.