Design, model, analyze, and test complex optical systems with specific characteristics and requirements within the physical limits of precision optical instruments using state-of-the-art software tools. Design and build custom inspection instruments to align, test, optimize, and qualify optical components, modules, and system. Construct complex system models having all critical parameters needed to produce accurate and efficient models of beam shape and size, focal depth, polarization, and transmission. Perform illumination system modeling. Perform simulation of 2D phase grating/diffraction efficiency as a function of illumination spot shape and size as well as the effects of background wavefront errors and other coherent noise artifacts and beam depolarization. Provide stray-light and ghost analysis, physical optics (including diffraction, interference, scattering) modeling and Fourier Analysis. Determine specifications and tolerances for optical components and modules. Conduct troubleshooting and failure analysis. Work efficiently in cross-function teams to integrate optical systems in overall final products and collaborate with vendors to develop customized optical components and modules. Utilize knowledge of optical metrology techniques, tools, and devices. Up to 25% domestic and international travel to unanticipated locations. Salary range: $140,439-$156,200 per year.
Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field (or foreign equivalent), plus 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered, or in a related occupation.
Job Site: 1200 Woodridge Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
