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Optical Scientist: Plans and administers laser research and development activities. Provides laser system/optical expertise to support laser development and laser testing. Designs, modifies, fabricates, implements, and tests new lasers and laser systems.
Conducts research and plans development and design of lasers, masers, infrared,... [+] More
Optical Scientist: Plans and administers laser research and development activities. Provides laser system/optical expertise to support laser development and laser testing. Designs, modifies, fabricates, implements, and tests new lasers and laser systems.
Conducts research and plans development and design of lasers, masers, infrared, and other light emitting and light sensitive devices. Designs optical beam trains, aligns resonators, and sets up and uses laser diagnostic equipment to determine laser performance. Designs electronic circuitry and optical components with specific characteristics to fit within specified mechanical limits and to perform according to specifications. Designs suitable mounts for optics and power supply systems. Incorporates methods for maintenance and repair of components and designs, and develops test instrumentation and test procedures. Confers with engineering and technical personnel regarding fabrication and testing of prototype systems, and modifies design as required. May conduct application analysis to determine commercial, industrial, scientific, medical, military, or other use for electro-optical devices. May assist with development of manufacturing, assembly, and fabrication processes. (Source: eDOT Job Description) [-] Less
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