Jobs in the United States

25+ jobs

Save this search

Added just now
Software Engineer – Linux experience
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc
Manassas, VA
The Integration Engineer - Submarine Combat Systems, will be responsible for integration of software components into the CIS Linux-based Common Computing Environment (CCE). The candidate…
Added just now
Senior Mission Software Engineer
Anduril Industries
Waltham, MA
We're looking for a Mission Software Engineer to join the Imaging Interfaces team. This is not a pure product development role. You will spend meaningful time keeping fielded systems alive,…
Added 1 min ago
Senior Engineer - Electrical
Qualus
Remote, United States
…efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as…
Added 3 mins ago
Software Development Engineer in Test (Emerging Careers)
SAS
Cary HQ, NC
Strong knowledge of software testing practices, techniques, and standards, with experience applying them to test development.
Added 3 mins ago
Sr Associate, Software Engineer
L3Harris
Salt Lake City, UT
As a New Grad you would develop and test embedded software for systems, applying computer science, engineering, and math principles to support real-time control and system performance. Day…
Added 3 mins ago
Sr Associate, Software Engineer
L3Harris
Salt Lake City, UT
As a New Grad you would develop and test embedded software for systems, applying computer science, engineering, and math principles to support real-time control and system performance. Day…
Added 3 mins ago
Software Development Engineer in Test (Emerging Careers)
SAS
Cary HQ, NC
Strong knowledge of software testing practices, techniques, and standards, with experience applying them to test development.
Added 8 mins ago
Software Development Engineer
AMPACET CORP
Tarrytown, NY
As a Software Development Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and supporting enterprise applications across both Microsoft and Oracle technology platforms that support…
Added 9 mins ago
GATEKEEPER Software Engineer-TS/SCI with Poly
CACI
Hanover, MD · MD · Elkridge
Dedicated Software Engineer to join our GATEKEEPER team, working closely with software developers, systems engineers, QA, and DevOps personnel to design, develop, integrate, and maintain…
Added 9 mins ago
Software Engineer
CACI
Omaha, NE · Omaha
Drive the full software development lifecycle: Engage in requirements analysis, design reviews, implementation, testing (unit, E2E, integration), and deployment - ensuring each phase meets…
Added 11 mins ago
Test Automation Engineer
Clearbrook Group Services Inc.
United States
Business Title(s): Sr. Programmer Analyst II (Test Automation Engineer)
Added 12 mins ago
Field Service Representative (FSR) Engineer
ALL.SPACE
Remote, United States
…supporting customers through terminal deployment, technical integration, operational validation, and ongoing service support. As a Field Service Representative (FSR) Engineer, you will play…
Added 13 mins ago
Principal Digital Design Engineer
Astera Labs
San Jose, CA · CA
…semiconductor-based technologies with the company’s COSMOS software suite to unify diverse components into cohesive, flexible systems that deliver end-to-end scale-up, and scale-out…
Added 14 mins ago
Principal Network Development Engineer
Oracle
Nashville, TN
…The team also oversees network monitoring and hardware and software lifecycle management to maintain a secure, reliable, and scalable…
Added 15 mins ago
Quality / Test Automation Engineer
INSPYR Solutions
Medellin
We're looking for a Quality / Test Automation Engineer to design and maintain automated test coverage across our applications. You'll own testing at the UI, API, and integration layers,…
Added 15 mins ago
Senior Backend Software Engineer
INSPYR Solutions
Medellin
Strong test automation skills (e.g., JUnit, Mockito, integration testing)
Added 18 mins ago
Geospatial Data Scientist & Quality Assurance Engineer
NewGen Technologies
Herndon, VA
Hands-on experience planning/executing integration, end-to-end, regression, and UAT testing; writing test plans, cases, and reports from requirements or user stories
Added 20 mins ago
A
Software Engineer
Actalent
Huntsville, AL
- $70 to $85 USD / hour
Exciting Signal Processing Software Engineer Opportunity!!Job DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Signal Processing Software Engineer to contribute to the development and enhancement of…
Added 20 mins ago
A
Hardware Design Engineer
Actalent
Fremont, CA
- $90,000 to $150,000 USD / year
Job Title: Hardware Design EngineerJob DescriptionThe Level 2 Hardware Design Engineer contributes to the failure analysis and reliability improvement of hardware products across platforms…
Added 20 mins ago
A
MEP Engineer
Actalent
Morristown, NJ
- $70,000 to $100,000 USD / year
Job Title: MEP EngineerJob DescriptionThe MEP Engineer designs mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and related building systems for multi-family and mixed-use mid- and…
Added 20 mins ago
A
Embedded Software Engineer
Actalent
Pittsburgh, PA
- $57.69 to $76.92 USD / hour
Job Title: Embedded Software EngineerJob DescriptionThis role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining embedded C software for onboard signalling and train control systems. The…
Added 20 mins ago
A
Embedded Software Engineer
Actalent
Pittsburgh, PA
- $57.69 to $76.92 USD / hour
…focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining embedded C software for onboard signaling and train control systems. The engineer develops software for critical safety-related…
Added 20 mins ago
A
Embedded Software Engineer
Actalent
Bridgeton, MO
- $93,121 to $125,713 USD / year
Job Title: Sr. Embedded Software EngineerJob DescriptionThe Sr. Embedded Software Engineer designs, develops, integrates, and tests software for complex embedded defense systems. This role…
Added 20 mins ago
A
Antenna Control Systems Engineer
Actalent
Plano, TX
- $70,000 to $80,000 USD / year
Job Title: Entry Level Electrical Engineer Job DescriptionThe Antenna Control Systems Engineer supports the design, development, testing, and integration of control systems for advanced…
Added 28 mins ago
Software Dev QA Engineer (Early Career/NPI)
Fortinet
Sunnyvale, CA
…hardware models, platform architectural updates, and hardware/software integration modules before they enter the…

NLIGHT Inc

Electro-Optical Software Engineer

Longmont, CO, United States

$31,533 USD / year

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Job details

Pay: $31,533 USD / year
Experience: Experience: 5+ years of experience
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 2, 2026

Original job description

Description Location: Longmont, CO (onsite) Experience: 5+ years of experience Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, or related technical field (advanced degree preferred) Compensation: $130,000 - $180,000, depending on experience. Travel: Up to 50% within CONUS

Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities - from semiconductor device through target identification - to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. This is a great opportunity to work at a company that is on the leading edge of the HEL industry and provides a culture of excellence and commitment to delivering solutions to the warfighter and our country. Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

Summary:

Electro-Optical Software Engineers execute and lead final software and firmware integration for deliverable systems.EO-SW Engineers learn a wide range of multi-disciplinary tools in order to effectively integrate and automate our state-of-the-art real time control solutions.This includes integration and test of calibration solutions as well as development and refinement of automation solutions.If you are excited about development and integration of robotic systems that control laser light, then we are the right place for you. All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance.Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at:https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/.Please review this information before applying.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for Design, Development, Integration, and Test for High Energy Laser (HEL) Weapon System and/or HEL Beam Control System (BCS).
Responsibilities include hardware integration and test as well as data processing and preparation of performance and test documentation.
Responsible for development of test setups to evaluate performance parameters.Broad ownership of late-program execution.
Work with team to execute complex integration activities.
Support field tests.
Work with a multi-disciplinary team of software, firmware, and hardware engineers, to specify, develop, test and deploy software solutions to interface with and control state-of-the-art high-energy laser weapon systems.
Work with electro-optical engineers and end users to understand higher level functional and execution requirements and implement solutions.
Test and debug control and data capture solutions with surrogate test hardware and/or with final deliverable system hardware.
Document and track progress against requirements and schedule objectives.
Develop specifications for real-time control, calibration, and alignment by means of block diagrams and/or example MATLAB or Python code.
Develop, integrate, and test higher level software for solutions for real-time control, calibration, and alignment.

Required Experience / Capability:

Commitment to Excellence.Attention to Detail.Pride in Workmanship.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment and maintain composure and good working relationships under pressure.
Effectively manage schedule and priorities with minimal daily direction to meet mid to long-term schedule objectives.
Superior problem-solving ability and ability to absorb information from multiple sources to reach a solution.
Experience in Python and/or C# and motivation to expand capability.
Integration for real-time control of electro-optical / mechanical components using LabVIEW, MATLAB, Firmware, and/or Python/C/C++/C#.
Expertise and competence in working with laser and electro-optical systems.
Exhibit strong troubleshooting skills to solve complex and constrained opto-mechanical alignment problems (particularly for ruggedized systems) and familiarity with implementation of electro-optical systems.
Technical Report Writing (i.e. good technical writing and documentation skills are critical).

Desired Experience:

Integration of auto-alignment algorithmsand methods.
Installation, alignment, and integration of optics, electro-optics, & mechanics (combination of COTS & custom mechanics & optics).
Competence in maintaining cleanliness standards and operation in a clean room environment.
Experience with electro-optical systems including acquisition, pointing, and tracking.
Experience with C#, MATLAB, and/orC/C++ is beneficial.
Expertise and competence in working with high power laser systems.
Experience in Adaptive Optical (AO) Systems.

Benefits Summary:

4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
11 paid Holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents
Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%
Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal . If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: “EEO is the Law” and its accompanying temporary supplement. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 or Hr@nlight.net. Apply at: https://ipc.us/t/8E9054F5F1F542BD.

Apply About employer

Report this job