In this role, you will collaborate with a team to execute project plans related to optical systems and test systems, ensuring all engineering requirements are fulfilled. You will provide technical assistance to fellow engineers, troubleshoot issues, and lead or contribute to the development of innovative solutions for complex customer challenges. This position requires a blend of hands-on, in-person laboratory work and activities outside the lab, including conceptual discussions and model-based analysis, to support team members and complete your own independent tasks.
You will report directly to one of our Sr Engineering Managers and you will work out of our Cambridge location in Canada.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide comprehensive technical support and guidance to engineering teams in the development and testing of optical systems and test setups. This includes hands-on, in-person laboratory work with physical configurations, as well as collaborative support outside the lab, involving conceptual discussions, optical modeling, and mathematical analysis.
- Contribute to the development and execution of project plans related to the building and testing of optical hardware including telescopes, fiber assemblies, and laser systems.
- Design, assemble and operate optical test setups using various tools including interferometers, integrating spheres, spectrometers, various optical sensors, and light sources such as lasers and lamps, across different wavelengths.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex engineering problems related to the manufacturing and testing of optical systems.
- Contribute to the development of build and test documentation throughout all project phases, including planning and design prior to execution, as well as reporting and data analysis following execution to accurately document procedures and results.
- Ensure adherence to quality and safety standards and customer requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance engineering processes and efficiency.
The Honeywell building is a controlled goods program environment. Candidates must be eligible for CGP and CSP clearance.
QualificationsYOU MUST HAVE
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
- Minimum 6 years of relevant design and test experience.
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in breadboard, laboratory, or operational optical systems. Experience with free space optical systems is preferred.
- Experience with data analysis and simulation software for data post-processing of test data and developing simulations for optical systems in response to varying parameters to support test development and execution. Proficiency in MATLAB is preferred.
- Basic familiarity with the capabilities and uses of industry standard optical simulation tools such as Zemax, Code-V, Light Tools, TracePro, etc.
The Honeywell building is a controlled goods program environment. Candidates must be eligible for CGP and CSP clearance.
WE VALUE
- Optical simulation experience (Zemax, Code-V, Light Tools, Trace Pro, and other industry standard tools).
- Experience with space missions.
- Experience with free-space optical communications.
- Experience with fiber lasers and/or Class 4 lasers in a breadboard, laboratory, or operational environment.
- Experience with the complete engineering lifecycle (design to volume production)
- Parametric mechanical modeling experience (Pro-Engineer, CREO, SolidWorks).
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Effective communication and people-oriented skills.
- Strong document writing skills.
- Individuals who are self-motivated and able to work with little supervision, who consistently take the initiative to get things done and are willing to do things before being asked by others or forced to by events.
Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
The annual base salary range for this position is $95,000 - $125,000 in Cambridge, ON, Canada. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell Aerospace considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (science, technology, engineering, or mathematics).
- Minimum 6 years of relevant design and test experience.
- Minimum 3 years hands-on experience in breadboard, laboratory, or operational optical systems.
- Experience with data analysis and simulation software for test data post-processing and developing optical system simulations.
- Proficiency in MATLAB.
- Basic familiarity with industry standard optical simulation tools (Zemax, Code-V, LightTools, TracePro).
- Eligibility for Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and Controlled Substances/Program (CSP) clearance.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) plan provides a company‑paid contribution of 8–12% based on years of service with immediate eligibility and vesting, and eligible employees can access retiree medical benefits.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off includes 15 vacation days (rising to 20 after five years), nine paid holidays, and unlimited sick time for exempt employees with accruals for non‑exempt staff.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible work models include a 9/80 schedule with alternating Fridays off, supported by backup care services, an EAP, relocation assistance, and home‑office stipends where applicable.
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What We Do
The space enterprise has been transformed by rapid change and growth. New vehicles for national security space, a more rapid launch cadence, proliferated satellite constellations, the pursuit of interplanetary exploration, and thriving commercial ventures are changing the nature of the space industry. The Aerospace Corporation (Aerospace) is a leading architect for U.S. space programs, shaping efforts to outpace threats to our national security while cultivating the technologies needed to further this new era of space commercialization and exploration. Aerospace works across the space enterprise in service of the public interest. In addition to supporting the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, our customers include NASA, NOAA, numerous federal agencies, and commercial space — all of whom benefit from our deep technical knowledge. We only pursue business related to the space mission and complementary fields, operating as the nation’s trusted partner to solve the toughest challenges and develop reliable and innovative technologies. Innovation in space occurs when people have the freedom to imagine and do. At Aerospace, we take pride in our readiness to solve some of the most complex challenges in the space enterprise.
Why Work With Us
We are a non-profit corporation chartered by the government to work on the hardest problems in space. We employ technical experts in every discipline of space-related science and engineering who touch every part of the US space program. Come join us as we make an impact bigger than ourselves.
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