Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer (Aerospace & Defense)

Join Us as an Electrical Engineer - Drive Innovation in Advanced Laser Systems for Defense Applications

Are you ready to design and develop cutting-edge technology that shapes the future of defense systems? Coherent Aerospace & Defense – Emerging Products & Technology is searching for an exceptional Electrical Engineer to join our elite team of engineers, working on groundbreaking laser systems for aerospace and defense. Bring your expertise, creativity, and drive, and help us deliver exceptional solutions to our customers!

What You’ll Do

• Architect and Innovate : Collaborate with a cross-disciplinary team of systems, optical, FPGA, and software engineers to conceptualize and realize systems that meet our customers’ exacting requirements. Lead the design of high-density multi-layer printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) from concept to completion. Define electrical architecture, create schematic drawings, BOMs, ECOs, and resolve DFM challenges.
• Seamless System Integration : Execute the integration of electronics, FPGA, and software / firmware, supporting all phases of testing—from board-level bring-up to final system validation.
• Drive Business Growth : Play a key role in proposal development by providing cost and schedule estimates for new business opportunities.
• Be the Subject Matter Expert : Apply your deep knowledge and expertise in electrical circuit design to tackle complex, high-impact challenges. Lead the development of new products, processes, and standards that will influence the success of our organization.

What You Bring to the Team

Working Conditions

Primarily an engineering design function with office working conditions.

Physical Requirements

Primarily an engineering design function with few physical requirements.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and / or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp. :

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To conform to . Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a . person, lawful permanent resident of the ., protected individual as defined by 8. . 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the . Department of State.

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