Job Description

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About the role

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- We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. This role is pivotal in advancing our Fiber Optic Gyroscope (FOG) technology. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the underlying physics and operational principles of FOGs and their constituent components. You will play a crucial role in the design, development, testing, and manufacturing scale-up of our cutting-edge FOG-based navigation systems.
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What you'll do

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- Lead the design and development of FOG and related systems for outstanding performance, reliability, and manufacturability
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- Develop and refine manufacturing processes for FOGs, with a key focus on scalability to large production volumes
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- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, and production, to ensure seamless product development and integration.
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- Analyse test data, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to enhance FOG performance and reliability
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- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in FOG technology, photonics, and relevant manufacturing techniques
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- Contribute to a customer-centric approach by ensuring our FOG technology meets and exceeds customer expectations in demanding applications
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- Develop and establish efficient processes for testing fibre optic coils
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- Develop capability for additional processes such as coil stress conditioning
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- Support and guide the Production Engineering team to develop performance metrics and SPC measures
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- Guide design and development of fibre optic coil related process tooling
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Qualification, skills and experience

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- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Optics, Photonics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
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- Proven experience in the field of Fiber Optic Gyroscopes
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- Solid theoretical and practical understanding of FOG physics, including the Sagnac effect and associated phenomena.
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- In-depth knowledge of photonics, including light sources, optical fibers, couplers, modulators, and detectors relevant to FOGs.
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- Solid background in electro-optical systems design and integration.
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- Demonstrable experience with manufacturing processes for optical or precision electro-mechanical systems, particularly with an understanding of challenges related to large-scale production.
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- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
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- A proactive and results-oriented mindset, with a commitment to taking ownership and accountability.
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📌 Lead Fiber Optical Gyroscope Engineer - Sydney based, Australia
🏢 Advanced Navigation
📍 Sydney