Job Description:

• 1) Conducts research and plans development and design of gas and solid state lasers, masers, infrared, and other light emitting and light sensitive devices: Designs electronic circuitry and optical components with specific characteristics to fit within specified mechanical limits and to perform according to specifications.

• 2) Designs suitable mounts for optics and power supply systems.

• 3) Incorporates methods for maintenance and repair of components and designs, and develops test instrumentation and test procedures.

• 4) Confers with engineering and technical personnel regarding fabrication and testing of prototype systems, and modifies design as required.

• 5) May conduct application analysis to determine commercial, industrial, scientific, medical, military, or other use for electro-optical devices.

• 6) May assist with development of manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication processes.