Astronomical Optical Systems Engineer
National Research Council Canada
Victoria’s NRC astronomy centre needs an Optical Engineer skilled in optical systems, integration, and technical problem solving. Limited hybrid work may be available.At the Herzberg Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Centre, this Optical Engineer develops instrumentation for astronomical observatories and scientific missions. The position combines optical modelling, performance budgets, alignment planning, and test-result analysis. Collaboration includes astronomers, engineers, and multidisciplinary technical specialists across an instrument’s lifecycle.Key Responsibilities:
Translate scientific requirements into practical engineering solutionsConduct optical design and performance analysesAnalyze test results and recommend corrective actionsInvestigate emerging optical technologies and trade studiesProvide technical guidance and knowledge transferRequirements:
Master’s or PhD in engineering, physics, or relevant disciplineDeep experience in modelling, tolerancing, metrology, and testingFull-lifecycle optical project leadership or substantial contributionStrong multidisciplinary communication and technical documentation skillsKnowledge of Zemax, Code V, FRED, MATLAB, Python, or equivalentsBring systems engineering, optical analysis, and technical communication skills to NRC’s astronomical instrument development team.
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Translate scientific requirements into practical engineering solutionsConduct optical design and performance analysesAnalyze test results and recommend corrective actionsInvestigate emerging optical technologies and trade studiesProvide technical guidance and knowledge transferRequirements:
Master’s or PhD in engineering, physics, or relevant disciplineDeep experience in modelling, tolerancing, metrology, and testingFull-lifecycle optical project leadership or substantial contributionStrong multidisciplinary communication and technical documentation skillsKnowledge of Zemax, Code V, FRED, MATLAB, Python, or equivalentsBring systems engineering, optical analysis, and technical communication skills to NRC’s astronomical instrument development team.
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