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Watt's Up College of Optical Sciences News for March 27, 2008
Today's Colloquium 3:30 p.m. Meinel 307
Jun Ye of JILA, NIST, and the University of Colorado will present Quantum Metrology with Precision Light and Ultracold Atoms. Jason Jones is the host.
Abstract: Improvements in spectroscopic resolution have been the driving force behind many scientific and technological breakthroughs over the past century, including the invention of the laser and the realization of ultracold atoms. State-of-the-art lasers can now maintain phase coherence over one second, that is, 1015 optical waves can pass by without losing track of a particular cycle. The recent development of optical frequency combs permits this unprecedented optical phase coherence to be established across the entire visible and infrared parts of the electromagnetic spectrum, leading to direct visualization and measurement of light ripples. A new generation of light-based atomic clocks has been developed, with ultracold Sr atoms confined in an optical lattice offering unprecedented coherence times for light-matter interactions. The uncertainty of this new clock has reached 1 x 10-16, a factor of 3 below the current best Cs primary standard. These developments will have impact to a wide range of scientific problems such as the possible time-variation of fundamental constants and quantum simulations based on cold atoms, as well as to a variety of technological applications.
Bio: Jun Ye received his PhD degree from the University of Colorado, Boulder, in 1997. He was an R.A. Millikan Postdoctoral Fellow at the California Institute of Technology from 1997-1999. He has been a Fellow of JILA, the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the University of Colorado, since 2001. He is a Fellow of NIST, a Fellow of the American Physical Society, and a Fellow of the Optical Society of America. His research interests include precision measurement, ultracold atoms and molecules, optical frequency metrology, and ultrafast science and quantum control. He has co-authored over 190 technical papers and has delivered over 200 invited talks. Awards and honors include I. I. Rabi Prize from the American Physical Society, Carl Zeiss Research Award, William F. Meggers Award and Adolph Lomb Medal from the Optical Society of America, Arthur S. Flemming Award, Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers, U.S. Commerce Department group Gold Medal, Friedrich Wilhem Bessel Award from Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, and Samuel Wesley Stratton Award from NIST. The research group web page is http://jilawww.colorado.edu/YeLabs/
Friday's OSC Community Speakers Noon. Meinel 410
Josh Gordon is the featured speaker.
Next Week's Colloquium 3:30 p.m. Meinel 307
Dan Stancil of Carnegie Mellon University will present Optical Nanocircuits Based on Microwave Analogies. Masud Mansuripur is the host.
Abstract: There is now considerable interest in the fabrication of optical nanostructures for applications such as optical data storage, microscopy, and communications. In contrast with conventional integrated optics based on dielectric structures, metals are of particular interest owing to the potential for confining optical energy over regions as small as a few tens of nanometers. However, materials approximating “perfect conductors” do not exist at optical wave lengths, and surface Plasmon phenomena often lead to quite unexpected behavior. In this talk we will examine the behavior of metallic two-conductor transmission lines, rectangular waveguides, and ridge waveguides at optical wavelengths. Procedures for applying Plasmon corrections to the classical microwave relations will be discussed, as a step toward the development of design procedures for optical analogues to microwave circuits. Applications will also be discussed, including the realization of sub-wavelength optical spots for optical data storage.
Bio: Daniel D. Stancil is Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Carnegie Mellon University. He received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Tennessee Technological University in 1976, and the S.M., E.E. and Ph.D. degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1978, 1979, and 1981, respectively. Prior to coming to CMU in 1986, he was an Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University. At CMU he has served as Associate Department Head and as Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the College of Engineering, as well as Thrust Leader for Optical Data Storage in the Data Storage Systems Center. He was a leader in the development of the CMU ECE department's Virtual Laboratory which was a finalist for a 1996 Smithsonian Computerworld Award. Electro-optics technology that he co-developed was recognized with an IR 100 Award and a Photonics Circle of Excellence Award in 1998. Dr. Stancil is a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and a past-president of the IEEE Magnetics Society. His research interests include wireless communications, antennas, and applied optics.
Amy Winkler Receives an ARCS Scholarship Award
Congratulations, Amy.
Annual Group Photo -- April 7 or April 14 at 2:30?
This year we are limited to Mondays at 2:30 (the only time when there are no optics classes on the schedule) and we have a choice of two dates: April 7 or April 14. If either of these dates will not work for you, your group, or your class, please send an email to cathy.alexander@optics.arizona.edu On Monday morning, I'll call the photographer and book whichever date will work for the most people.
Note to new students: The group photo is one of our annual traditions and gives us a way to remember our students who have graduated and moved on. At the end of the academic year, shortly before graduation, we hire a photographer and we all gather in a pre-determined spot -- last year we used the back porch between the original building and the new West Wing and it seemed to work out quite well. The finished photo is greatly enlarged, framed, and hung in the hallway on the 4th floor. It's also used on our Web site, in brochures, and in presentations, not just here at UA but also nationally and internationally. We have a collection of our old group photos up on the 7th floor. If you haven't seen them yet, please come on up and take a look. The photo exhibit begins outside room 702, in the central building. BTW: Since the group photo is done by a professional photographer, it will be copyrighted. I will place a low-resolution version on our Web site for you to download, or if you prefer a higher-quality copy, you may purchase one directly from the photographer.
Come One, Come All -- To Our Annual Spring Picnic
Bring your family and friends, of course. Also bring your lucky glove and softball equipment, lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on, Frisbees, kites, and/or whatever else you think you might like.
While you're there, please save a few minutes to give a warm OSC welcome to our guests of honor: 22 prospective graduate students who are visiting us during our Graduate Recruitment Weekend.
2008 Summer Compensation
From Stella Hostetler. It is time to plan your summer activity, especially the funding for summer pay. The maximum faculty hours are 464 over the period May 19, 2008 through August 10, 2008. Graduate hours are 464 over the period May 19 through August 10, 2008.
Please complete your Summer Compensation paperwork as soon as possible so accounts and funds can be verified. Memorial Day and the 4th of July are not authorized Holidays for Summer Compensation. Funding must be available at the time wages are charged—advancement of summer wages is not authorized. Remember that summer wages for students and faculty will substantially increase grant and contract expenditures.
Forms are available on-line at http://www.optics.arizona.edu/payroll/
OSC Faculty News
Faculty members, Watt's Up is sent to our alumni and many colleagues and friends within the optics community, so please keep us posted if you or your students have something interesting going on. Just send an email to cathy.alexander@optics.arizona.edu
Jennifer Barton Is Elected SPIE Fellow
From SPIE. Jennifer Barton, Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Optical Sciences was elected a Fellow on the basis of her achievements in optical coherence tomography and dual modality fluorescence. One her most important contributions is the combination of OCT and laser-induced fluorescence (LIF) into a single instrument, which has outstanding abilities in identifying colon adenomas. She was also key to research that resulted in the highest resolution endoscopic OCT system to date, and has completed breakthrough research in speckle patterns for OCT imaging as well.
Another important contribution is her part in the creation of a new paradigm for laser treatment of vascular lesions, such as portwine stains. Her research showed that methemoglobin, an oxidized state of hemoglobin, is formed during pulsed laser therapies. This has led to the development of laser systems that use two wavelengths and capitalize on this dynamic process. The research not only offers new insight into fundamental mechanisms but also reveals new treatment strategies.
Jennifer's involvement with SPIE began as a student; in fact she was the recipient of the 1997 SPIE D.J. Lovell Scholarship, the largest and most prestigious SPIE scholarship. Since then she has stayed active with the Society’s publications and events.
At Optical Sciences, both SPIE and OSA are represented by the Student Optics Chapter which sponsor's our excellent Community Speakers Series every other Friday. For more information about the Chapter or to become a become a member, please visit http://www.optics.arizona.edu/students/Home.html
Charles Falco in the United Arab Emirates
Last year, Charlie donated the initial funds necessary to establish the Ibn al-Haytham Scholarship for College of Optical Sciences MS and PhD students. Al-Haytham, an 11th century mathematician, astronomer, and physicist, is considered the Father of Modern Optics for his extensive writings on lenses, mirrors, refraction, and reflection. Since establishing a Scholarship in al-Haytham's honor, Charlie has been working to find donors to fully endow the Scholarship and is available to discuss details of this project with anyone interested in knowing more. Charlie can be reached by email at falco@u.arizona.edu You may also contact Will Rivera, OSC's Director of Development, who can assist with donation questions. He can be reached by email at wrivera@optics.arizona.edu or by telephone at 520-626-8754. For more information about the Scholarship, please visit http://www.optics.arizona.edu/academics/ScholarshipsFoTONamed.htm
Charles Falco Will Receive the Edwin Ziegfeld Lectureship Award
This weekend Charles Falco will receive the Edwin Ziegfeld Lectureship Award from the National Art Education Association at their annual meeting in New Orleans. Charlie was selected for his role in developing the very controversial Hockney-Falco Thesis. In conjunction with the NAEA meeting, Charlie will present a lecture on The History of Art; The Science of Optics, describing the discoveries made with David Hockney that Renaissance artists, including van Eyck, Bellini and Caravaggio, began using optics to project images as aids nearly 200 years before Galileo.
The NAEA is a non-profit, educational organization. Its mission is to promote art education through professional development, service, advancement of knowledge, and leadership. For more information, please visit http://www.naea.org/MemberPortal/
John Greivenkamp on OSC's Collection of Antique Optics
Check out the great article by Dan Sorenson in this morning's online Arizona Daily Star: http://www.azstarnet.com/metro/231557
Watt's Happening
On Campus
March 27. AME Seminar. At 4:00 p.m. in the AME Lecture Hall, Room S212, Dr. Robert Breidenthal of the University of Washington will present The Peculiar Behavior of Stationary and Accelerating Vortices.
March 28. The Physics Colloquium series will present a talk by Professor Allan MacDonald (University of Texas, Austin), preceded by a talk by graduate student Ben Kalafut. The schedule is as follows: 2:30 pm: Grad Student, Ben Kalafut , PAS 220. 3:00 pm: Colloquium speaker, Prof. Allan MacDonald, PAS 220.
Optics Employment Opportunities
Please visit our optics employment Web site at http://www.optics.arizona.edu/employment/default.htm
Optical Engineer. NALUX Co., Ltd. http://www.nalux-world.com Nalux develops and manufactures precision optical components, made with plastics and glass, such as holographic elements, gratings, micro-lens array, f-q lens and so on, to the world wide customer. Our products are primary used in digital camera system, laser-scanning optical system, disk optics such as CD and DVD head, with the most competitive optical performances. Nalux has been a recognized leader in designing, manufacturing and supplying those optical components in the world. Job Title: Optical Engineer. Location: Japan (Between Osaka and Kyoto). Roles and Responsibilities: Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team for various development projects. Design and construct optical system. Analyze and simulate the optical performances of components and assemblies. Frequent travel to US. Education: B.S. in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Requirement: Experience in one or more of the following areas; Geometrical Optics and Aberration Theory. Skills with Optical design software (Code-V, Zemax etc). Optical testing and polarization. Opto-mechanical engineering. High level programming languages (C++, Matlab, Mathematica). Written communication skills. US citizenship. No Japanese language skills are required at hire, but they will need to be acquired steadily. Benefit: Competitive compensation package. Moving expenses, Visa application fee etc. Others: The engineers for this position are expected to finish a M.S. degree, as a part of his/her job, by taking the Distance Learning Class offered by OSC at NALUX’s expense. For additional information, contact: Mr. Michihisa Onishi, Nalux engineer currently at Optical Sciences. (520) 621-4071, email: monishi@optics.arizona.edu Dr. Russell A. Chipman, Professor of Optical Sciences, (520) 626-9435, email: russell.chipman@optics.arizona.edu
Optical Engineer I and II (OE I and OEII). Insight Technologies. The successful OE I candidate will be involved in many phases of the design process, from concept to prototype integration and test working closely with Sr. Optical Engineers to develop the necessary specialized skills to enable the OE I to progress to increasingly sophisticated design tasks. The OE I will also work closely with other engineering disciplines to ensure that all phases of product development are conducive for ease of manufacturability and required system performance. There will also be an emphasis on supporting production personnel through prototype builds. In addition to design specific tasks, technology development and proof-of-concept experiments will be performed allowing future programs to utilize new and innovative components and/or techniques. While there is an emphasis on career development and close interaction with other engineers, independent thinking and self-motivation is highly valued. B.S.O.E. and US citizenship or valid Green Card required. B.S. or higher degree required. Optical Engineer II (OE II). The OE II position builds on the capabilities of the OE I position, with an increased level of self-direction, program complexity, and scope of involvement. Mentorship and career development remain a significant focus. May be required to present at internal or external reviews. M.S.O.E. and US citizenship or valid Green Card required. B.S. or higher degree required. Please visit our booth at the U of A Career Fair on March 31, 2008 or April 1, 2008. Bring your resume. To Apply Please Visit Us At www.InsightTechnology.com EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disab.
Senior Vision Engineer. Intuitive Surgical. Department: Vision Engineering. Reports to: Director, Vision Engineering. Intuitive Surgical, Inc. develops computer-enhanced minimally invasive surgery systems that use proprietary electronics, advanced mechanics, and enhanced visualization to greatly improve surgical technique and take surgical precision far beyond what is possible today. Primary Function of Position: The da Vinci® Surgical system includes six manipulator arms with a total of 41 degrees of freedom, along with a stereo endoscope and 3D video display, with over 700 installations worldwide. Surgeons use it to perform tens of thousands of minimally invasive surgeries per year. da Vinci represents an outstanding platform for the development and application of new technologies to surgery. This position offers an opportunity for a candidate with exceptional design and project management skills to be responsible for Intuitive’s next generation of vision systems, including cameras and endoscopes. A successful candidate will be equally comfortable leading architecture development, designing optical subsystems, managing third-party designers and OEM vendors, and managing transfer to production. He or she must excel in a high-energy team, must have excellent communication skills and must be able to balance independent production of results with the need to collaborate during planning, system integration, and testing of larger projects. This engineer will work closely with other members of the Vision Group and several other product development groups, as well as Clinical Engineering, Regulatory, Quality, and Production teams. Roles and Responsibilities: This position has responsibility and authority for developing vision systems for the da Vinci platform, including: Working with clinical and engineering teams within Intuitive to set design requirements for vision system designs. Validating third party endoscope, camera, and display designs and making design modifications to those designs using optical CAD software such as Zemax and mechanical CAD software such as Solidworks or Pro-E. Project management of vision system projects from conception through manufacturing transfer, using proven project management skills. Shepherding vision system projects through the design control process (design reviews, risk analysis, etc.), and support New Product Introduction personnel in initial builds (procurement, assembly, and troubleshooting). An exceptional candidate will also have the ability to: Become the acknowledged in-house expert for cameras and endoscopes, able to develop next-generation designs and assist with production difficulties involving cameras, endoscopes, and other vision system components. Conduct detailed prototype design, test, and iteration - potentially including electronics hardware, firmware and/or software processing. Champion novel new system-level and software features through the product development process. Act as a consulting engineer for other groups with optical system design needs. Seek out, evaluate, and select industrial partners possessing specific visual systems expertise. Skill/Job Requirements: Competency Requirements: (Competency is based on: education, training, skills and experience.) In order to adequately perform the responsibilities of this position the individual must have: A Bachelors’ Degree in mechanical engineering, physics, optics, electrical engineering, similar discipline or commensurate experience; Masters’ preferred. Demonstrated exceptional proficiency at robust, professional optics and vision system designs. Five to eight (5-8) years or more of industrial experience strongly preferred, though a truly exceptional candidate with less experience could be considered. Comfortable making complex, multidisciplinary tradeoff recommendations in the face of technical uncertainty. Demonstrated ability to inspire and lead other engineers by technical example. A passion for creating robust and reliable products. Proficiency in all phases of the development lifecycle including design, implementation, verification, validations, and transfer. Demonstrated history of products reaching the marketplace. Experience selecting and managing OEM partners. Sufficient visual acuity to see surgical images. Ability to occasionally roll medical equipment distances of approximately 100 feet from lab to lab. Frequent connection and disconnection of video cables and other connectors is required. Some travel required. Resumes may be submitted to www.intuitivesurgical.com
Engineer II. Alcon Labs. Research and Development. Job Description: Employee’s Job Title: Engineer II. Grade: 19E. Department: Surgical Products Research. Core Responsibilities: Design and fabricate intraocular lens prototypes for evaluation. Design, fabricate test fixtures and develop test methods to evaluate optical and mechanical characteristics of surgical products. Evaluate mechanical and optical characteristics of surgical products. Prepare drawings of different medical devices. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in one of the engineering sciences and four or more years of engineering experience, one of which must be in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry or Master’s degree in one of the engineering sciences and two or more years of engineering experience, one of which must be in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry. Certification is preferred. Strong knowledge of using Pro-E drafting package or similar CAD system. Knowledgeable in fundamental optic. Position Success Factors: Customer Focus; Business Acumen; Problem Identification and Resolution; Team Work; Results Ownership; Performance Assessment and Improvement; Courage; and Innovation & Creativity. Contact: Xin Hong at Xin.Hong@AlconLabs.com
Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer. Luminex. Department: Advanced Technology Group (ATG). Reports To: Director, ATG. FLSA Category: Exempt. General Description: Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the applied research of optical and mechanical systems to be used for multiplex fluorescence detection. The candidate should be an expert in sequential and non-sequential Ray Trace programs (Zemax, Code V, Oslo, TracePro, ASAP, Light Tools) to facilitate the rapid development of fluidic, mechanical, and optical components for proof of principle and prototype multiplex analyte detection systems. The senior level candidate should have a minimum of five years experience developing opto-mechanical systems in an R&D environment. Requirements: Education: BS in Optics and/or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. MS in Optics, or 5 years experience as Optical Engineer. Skills and Experience Required: 5+ years optical and mechanical design in an R&D environment. 5+ years of experience with sequential Ray Trace program (Zemax, Code V, Oslo, etc.) and non-sequential ray trace program (Trace Pro, ASAP, Zemax, Light Tools, etc.) 5+ years of experience in lens metrology (MTF testing, measuring distortion, etc.), and radiometry; measuring LED luminance, system irradiance, source exitance, etc. Experience designing both illumination and imaging optics; including tolerance analysis. Experience designing Opto-Mechanical systems with CAD modeling package (SolidWorks, AutoCad, ProEngineer, etc.) Taken concept through production of an Imaging and/or illumination Optic Design. Experience with sensor technologies (CCD, CMOS, PMTs, APDs, etc.) Experience with solid state light emitting devices (LEDs, Lasers, etc.) Experience conceiving and conducting laboratory experiments to quantify the effectiveness of imaging and illumination systems. Strong analytical and communication skills. Responsibilities: Management of optical designs for prototype multiplex analyte detectors. Research and design of high resolution optical imaging and illumination systems. Rapid development of fluidic, mechanical, and optical components to support multiplex analyte detector prototyping. Modeling, testing, and analysis of optical and mechanical system performance. Building and testing prototypes of opto-mechanical designs in laboratory environment. Interface and work effectively with multiple interdisciplinary departments. Working Conditions: Work is normally performed in a typical office or lab work environment. Possible exposure to mechanical, biologic and chemical hazards. Frequent use of personal computer, copiers, printers, and telephones. Frequent standing, walking, climbing stairs, sitting, listening, and talking. Frequent work under stress, as a team member, and in direct contact with others. Infrequent lifting of up to 25 lbs.Contact: Chuck Collins: ccollins@luminexcorp.com
Agency Listing. Senior Optical Engineer. Job Order#: 1317ANR. Location: Campbell, California. Position Type: Full-Time. Salary Range: $115K-$130K. Summary of Job Function: The Optical Engineer will develop and prototype optical systems and aide in the integration of the optical design into the system. Responsibilities will be centered on two product lines in particular iris recognition and the laser communications. The potential candidate is an individual, who is dedicated, articulate, energetic, and results oriented team player with positive attitude and excellent people skills. Key Responsibilities: Develop and prototype optical systems utilizing various optical elements and sensors. Write detailed optical system specifications and coordinate with optics vendors. Align, analyze, tolerance, and troubleshoot prototype optical systems for collimation, illumination, stray-light, filtering, and/or light collection. Design test methodologies for system level validation and component test. Understand and access technical trade-offs and recommend architecture/design direction to reduce cost and manufacturing complexity. Aid as part of the NPI team in releasing the product to production. May require technical team leadership of design engineering staff, in a matrix environment. Qualifications - Knowledge/Skills- Experience: 6+ years of experience as optical engineer working with optical or laser based technology and good understanding of an optical communication link. Excellent analytical skills and familiar with optical design tools such as ZMAX, OSLO or Code-V. Hand on experience in aligning complex optical systems. Strong communication skills and prior experience with delivering a product from concept through product development to manufacturing. Experience with products that need a thorough understanding of multiple disciplines including electrical, mechanical, optical and software engineering. Prior experience with delivering a product from concept through product development to manufacturing. The ideal candidate will possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, is customer-centric, collaborative, and decisive. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Understanding of piezoelectric materials is a plus. MS degree preferred, PH.D a plus. Security Clearance is a plus. For a listing of all the open jobs at ANR, please visit www.anrconsultants.com
Agency Listing. Software Test Engineer. Contact: Ron Powers @ 951-676-8715 in California for questions and resume submission. Description: My client has an opening for a Software Test Engineer. This is a full-time position. The work involves manual testing, maintaining suites of automated test cases, and product release testing across multiple hardware platforms. We develop, market and support state-of-the-art optical CAD/CAE programs for the layout, design and analysis of lens systems. This applicant must have experience with Windows and Unix environments and must be comfortable maintaining operating systems used for testing. The applicant should be able to interface equally well with a staff of Software Development Engineers, Computer Systems Engineers as well as development managers in a team-oriented environment. The successful candidate will contribute to the quality of our products. Primary responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: Manually testing of corporate software products. Writing test plans and matrices. Assessing a GUI for the purpose of creating and documenting manual test scenarios. Maintenance of the automated test case suites, including adding new tests, executing tests, and verifying test results. Submitting and maintaining defect reports in an on-line database. The applicant must be familiar with the software development process, the software development life cycle and software testing methodologies. He/she will be supporting all software development of the corporation. Requirements of the position: Bachelors degree in a technical discipline (Physics, Math, Engineering). 2 + years experience in software testing. Strong knowledge of software testing concepts and methodologies. Proven record in writing and executing software test plans. Ability to plan and implement testing from the requirements stage to shipment. Ability to work in a testing team environment to accomplish group goals. Strong problem solving, troubleshooting and organizational skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interface with a team of software developers with diverse technical backgrounds. Experience using Windows and Unix operating systems. Knowledge of software programming concepts. A proven record of accomplishment with excellent references. Ability to use additional tools and utilities, such as file comparison, Ghost, Install Analyzer, and source control (ClearCase) is a plus. Experience using CAD software and/or SolidWorks is a plus. My client is a world class, high tech optical software and optical engineering services company with an international client base and three branch offices. The firm is headquartered in southern CA and was founded in 1963 by the current Chairman. We are an equal opportunity employer with over 85 employees (including over 50 engineers). We provide excellent company benefits including medical insurance, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and a 401(k) plan. Contact: Ron Powers @ 951-676-8715 in California for questions and resume submission.
Agency Listing. Optical Engineer/Software Testing. Opening in southern California. Contact: Ron Powers @ 951-676-8715 in California for questions and resume submission. Description: We have an opening for a full time position as an Optical Engineer/Software Testing. The work involves using a wide variety of optical system models, planning and conducting manual testing of new and existing features. My client develops, markets and supports state-of-the-art optical CAD/CAE programs for the layout, design and analysis of optical systems. The applicant should have skills in the use of advanced optical design tools, have an interest in optical design and optical system modeling, have an interest in software development, be able to understand optical engineering issues associated with new and advancing technology applications, and solve problems accurately, quickly, and effectively. The applicant should be able to interface equally well with a staff of Software Development Engineers, Optical Design Engineers, as well as development managers in a team-oriented environment. The successful candidate will contribute to the quality of my client’s products. Primary responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: Creation and/or use of optical models for the purpose of optical domain testing new and existing features against user requirements. Manually testing of Client’s software products and identifying problems in any feature, whether it is related to optical computation or not. Developing test plans. Detecting, submitting and updating defect reports in an on-line database. The applicant must become familiar with the software development process and the software development life cycle. He/she will be supporting all software development at the firm. The applicant should possess the following qualifications: A Bachelors, Masters, or Ph.D. degree in a technical discipline (Optics, Optical Sciences, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Astronomy). Aptitude and interest in applied development of optical systems. Experience in advanced optical design tools with the ability to understand and use their products.. Ability to understand customer requirements and expectations of a commercial scientific software package. Strong problem solving, troubleshooting and organizational skills. Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to learn established and accepted software testing techniques. Experience using optical design tools and/or CAD software are pluses. Interact with some of the most talented engineers in the optics field both inside the company and in the customer community. Impact the development of Client’s software. My client is a world class, high tech optical software and optical engineering services company with an international client base and three branch offices. My client is in southern CA and was founded in 1963 by the current Chairman. The company is privately held and employee owned and is an equal opportunity employer with over 85 employees (including over 50 engineers). The firm provides excellent employee benefits including medical insurance, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and a 401k plan. Contact: Ron Powers @ 951-676-8715 in California for questions and resume submission.
Agency Listing. Product (Laser) Engineer. Minimum Qualifications: MS in Optics, Physics, EE or related field. 6 years of demonstrated industrial, hands-on Laser Product Design experience including, lasers, diodes, electro-optics, or similar technologies. Experience in documentation of processes and materials as well as design and development of fixturing/tooling for precision mechanical alignment. Special consideration will be given to applicants possessing knowledge of DFM (Design for Manufacturability), DFA (Design for Assembly), and DFS (Design for Serviceability). Key Responsibilities: Directly support Sustaining Manufacturing by working with a cross-functional team to resolve design related issues on released products in production. Laser design enhancements that will resolve yield issues and improve product reliability and manufacturing quality. Providing on-going support to production personnel to maintain product quality and production schedules. Interfacing with vendors and customers as necessary to achieve production goals. Actively promoting high standards of workmanship as defined by documentation while maintaining safety and (where applicable) proper clean room procedures. Application: If qualified, please email an updated copy of your resume in Word format to: ( nkosa@kosearchinc.com ). Please make sure to include the phrase Product (Laser) Engineer in the SUBJECT area of your email. If applicant is interested in exploring other positions, please email your updated CV with a note or cover letter stating your employment status, goals, and preferences to: ( resumes@kosearchinc.com ). All submitted information is held in confidence. KoSearch, Inc. is an executive search firm with specially in conducting exclusive searches and placements of Sr. level Technologists, Managers, and Executives in R&D, Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Development, Sales & Marketing, Operations and Regulatory functions. Our focus is on Sr. Level talent associated with startup-phase to midsize high-tech Optics-based companies involved in advanced applications of Optics, Electro-optics, Photonics, Opto-electronics, and Fiber Optics technologies, products, and services.
Agency Listing. Business Development Manager. Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA in a technical discipline with business, marketing, or related experience – or BS/BA in a business or marketing discipline with technical training and/or experience. 3 years relevant work experience in direct sales to include prospecting, cold calling, appointment setting, and closing sales. Direct market, product, and industry experience with light detection or measurement extremely helpful. Proven inside and outside sales skills with a knack for consultative selling. Experience in all facets of the sales cycle including prospecting, negotiating, and closing. Organized and strong negotiator, and be aware of and responsive to economic trends, and government policies. Candidate must have dynamic interpersonal skills and be a “people-person” with a proven track record seeking and securing new business opportunities as well as strengthening existing business. Highly organized, with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Experience with standard business software – Word, Excel, etc. Professional maturity, integrity, discipline and a positive attitude. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement a sales strategy and tactical plan for maximizing sales of OEM products. Conduct market research to establish product requirements and sales potential. Develop and use the all of the company resources in engineering, marketing, sales, information management and customer service to achieve the goals. Define goals and objectives within the framework of the corporate plan. Use a number of techniques designed to grow our business in this market segment. These techniques include assessments of marketing opportunities and target markets, intelligence gathering on customers and competitors, generating leads for possible sales, follow-up sales activity, formal proposal writing and closing orders. Attend workshops, trade shows, and seminars to keep up-to-date on changes in the industry. Adopt a team approach; work with others in pursuing common goals. Application: If qualified, please email an updated copy of your resume in Word format to: ( nkosa@kosearchinc.com ). Please make sure to include the phrase Business Development Manager in the SUBJECT area of your email. If applicant is interested in exploring other positions, please email your updated CV with a note or cover letter stating your employment status, goals, and preferences to: ( resumes@kosearchinc.com ). All submitted information is held in confidence. KoSearch, Inc. is an executive search firm with specially in conducting exclusive searches and placements of Sr. level Technologists, Managers, and Executives in R&D, Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Development, Sales & Marketing, Operations and Regulatory functions. Our focus is on Sr. Level talent associated with startup-phase to midsize high-tech Optics-based companies involved in advanced applications of Optics, Electro-optics, Photonics, Opto-electronics, and Fiber Optics technologies, products, and services.
Cathy Alexander Information Specialist Coordinator College of Optical Sciences, University of Arizona cathy.alexander@optics.arizona.edu |
The
ARCS (Achievement Rewards for College Scientists)
Foundation, Inc. is a national volunteer women's
organization dedicated to helping the best and brightest
graduate and undergraduate students by providing
scholarships in natural sciences, medicine and engineering.
Scholarship recipients must be United States citizens and
have a university grade point average of 3.5 or above.
The ARCS Foundation was formed in 1958 in Los Angeles in
response to Sputnik and the lack of U. S. supremacy in the
technology race. Scholarship recipients are selected by the 44
colleges and universities to which ARCS Foundation
chapters make allocations. 
This
year, CVI Melles Griot, a Principal
Partner in our Industrial Affiliates Program and sponsor of
the Industrial Affiliates Showcase earlier this month,
generously donated more than 100 t-shirts for students. These free
t-shirts will be available at the OSC Spring Picnic as long as the
supply lasts. Thank you, CVI Melles Griot!
Alumni,
we've posted news about some of your former fellow
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