Manager, Electro-Optical Software Engineering

About the position

nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of High Energy Laser (HEL) weapon systems. HEL weapon systems are a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DS is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities - from semiconductor device through target identification and tracking - 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. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, is highly organized, self-motivated, enjoys working as a part of a team, and has an insatiable appetite to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment while continuously contributing to our mission. Our Electro-Optical Software (EO/SW) Engineering team at nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. consist of the integration specialists. We expect EO/SW to execute and lead final software and firmware integration for deliverable systems. EO/SW Engineers learn a wide range of multi-disciplinary tools to effectively integrate and automate our state-of-the-art real time controllers. This includes integration and test of calibration sequences as well as development and refinement of automation solutions to accomplish the mission. If you are excited about leading the team responsible for the development and integration of robotic systems that control laser light, then we are the right place for you. Our work can be nebulous at times, but it is always entertaining, rewarding, and challenging.

Responsibilities

• Work with program managers and provide resources to maintain schedule
• Breakdown requirements to executable tasks
• Manage team and balance resources
• Promote cooperative interactions across disciplines
• Create documentation that supports team growth
• Develop team members/direct reports

Requirements

• Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
• Teamwork. Communication with management and colleagues on active assignments
• Manage team of EO/SW engineers with a focus on promoting a collaborative work environment.
• Effectively manage schedules and priorities with minimal daily direction to meet mid to long-term schedule objectives.
• Experience in task management using GitLab or similar platform.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting experience with the ability to integrate information from multiple sources to reach a solution.
• Familiarity with MATLAB, C#, and/or C++.
• Working experience in Adaptive Optical (AO) Systems, High Energy Laser Systems, and/or Large Academic Experiments.
• Experience leading/mentoring a team to accomplish projects (formally or informally)
• Ability to problem solve in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Familiarity with MS Office 365 tools.
• Willingness to engage in topics outside of expertise.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with real-time hardware.
• Experience with electro-optical systems including acquisition, pointing, and tracking.

Benefits

• Health (ACA Gold Plan), Dental and Vision Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents.
• Company paid Life Insurance and Short and Long Term Disability.
• Competitive 401k with immediate vesting of company contribution.
• Approx. 3 weeks Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays.