Posted: 19/08/2025
Closing Date: 09/09/2025
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Symonston
Job Category: Engineering
EOS Space Systems is a laser and electro-optics technology developer and systems integration company, dealing primarily with leading edge space domain awareness systems and custom observatories in Australia and overseas.
EOS Space Systems develops a wide range of High Energy Laser (HEL) systems and High Power Laser (HPL) with advanced electronic control and instrumentation sub-systems.
The position is for a Laser Scientist or Engineer within the EOS Space Systems Research & Development (R&D) team. A successful candidate is expected to undertake laser design, assembly, alignment, testing and maintenance. Also, writing technical documentation and reporting is also part of the routine.
Job Description
Primary Duties:
Assist with the development of new laser subsystems, primarily high energy lasers for ground-to-space applications. Includes laser design, component specification, assembly, optical alignment, and optimisation,
Work alongside other engineering disciplines (electronics, software, mechanical) and communicate system requirements,
Contribute to the Instrumentation of cutting-edge opto-electronics subsystems,
Combine novel technologies or concepts to support the innovation and development of EOS IP,
Support the Engineering teams and communicate activity and progress to the respective discipline manager and VPs,
Undertake and document investigative experiments to inform the company's research activities,
Actively teach other staff skills and concepts in areas of proficiency to assist the general improvement of knowledge and capability within the group.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential:
Bachelor's degree in Physics/Engineering or a related field,
Minimum 5 years' experience with bulk solid-state and/or laser systems,
Experience with the alignment and operation of Class 4 lasers, pulsed and CW
Excellent documentation and communication skills, and
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance.
Candidate details may be shared with external recruitment partners to support the hiring process.