Senior Principal Systems Engineer

Spectra-Physics, Ophir, Newport and ESI are brands within the MKS Instruments Photonics Solutions division. We provide a full range of solutions including lasers for precision industrial and scientific research applications, laser and LED measurement, beam profiling, precision motion control, optical tables and vibration isolation systems, photonics instruments, temperature sensing, opto-mechanical components, optical elements, and systems for flexible PCB laser processing, high-speed MLCC testing, and CO2-laser-based systems HDI PCB and IC substrate manufacturing. MKS Photonics Solutions enhance our customers' capabilities and productivity in the semiconductor, advanced electronics and specialty industrial markets.
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The Integrated Solution Business (ISB) Group of MKS Instruments is growing very rapidly with significant strategic investments in the development and fabrication of cutting-edge, high precision optics and opto-mechanical assemblies deployed into high-volume manufacturing and life-science applications. To manufacture these products, ISB is seeking individuals like you to join our team as aSenior Principal Systems Engineer. In this position, you will provide technical leadership in the design and development of complex optical systems by coordinating cross-functional development activities. If you have a passion for working with cutting-edge technology, this is the role for you!
What you will do is:

• Plan, conceptualize, design, test, document, release to production, and support CIP for complex, high-precision opto-mechanical/electro-optical products
• Interpret requirements from customer input, define system interfaces, develop application prototypes, and resolve design weaknesses
• Track and report technical hurdles and progress to management
• Develop cost estimates for systems, testing, development labor, etc.
• Work cross-functionally with Project Managers, Optical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and with Reliability and Manufacturing teams to ensure successfully achieving project objectives and customer success

What you will bring to the team is:

• A Masters or PhD in Optics, Photonics, Engineering, Physics or other related technical discipline
• 12+ years of complex systems design experience
• A broad range of expertise is preferred including familiarity with: optical and photonics systems design, CAD, board layout, signal processing, high power and short pulse lasers, FEA, FMEA, error budgeting, digital processors, real-time embedded software, firmware, and calibration techniques
• Experience developing and implementing verification and validation procedures
• Hands-on experience in assembling, aligning, and testing optical and electronics systems
• A deep understanding of state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and metrology

We are interested in a qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time.
Compensation and Benefits:
Salary Pay Range: $132,800 to $246,700 per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law. At MKS, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.
Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].
Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.].
MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details.
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