8 r d engineer ii jobs found

Company Overview Zeno Power is the leading developer of nuclear batteries - compact power systems that provide reliable, clean energy in frontier environments. By harnessing the heat from radioisotopes, Zeno's batteries power critical missions on Earth, in space, and at sea. To bring this technology to market by 2027, Zeno is seeking out purpose-driven and innovative professionals who are comfortable working in a startup environment. Team members will have a direct impact in enabling commercial and national security missions from the depths of our oceans, to the surface of the moon, and in austere environments here on Earth. Zeno is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or...

Job Description We are seeking a Senior Crystal Growth Engineer in our Port Richey Florida location, with strong experience in oxide crystal growth using the Czochralski technique to lead the development, optimization, and scale-up of crystal growth processes and equipment. This role combines deep process expertise with leadership in the design, specification, documentation, and sourcing of new crystal growth equipment, supporting both development and production needs. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Lead the crystal growth process development. Develop and optimize growth recipes including melt chemistry, thermal gradients, motion control, atmosphere control, and diameter control. Drive continuous improvement in crystal quality, yield, and reproducibility. Provide technical leadership in the design, specification, and procurement of new crystal growth equipment. Define raw material specifications (purity, morphology, trace impurities) and...

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer II Location: Onsite, Sacramento, CA Job Type: Full-Time About Us: Spencer Composites is a leader in advanced composite solutions, specializing in the design and manufacturing of high-performance composite structures for aerospace, defense, and industrial applications. Our team is dedicated to innovation and precision, delivering cutting-edge solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients. About the Role: We are seeking a talented and driven Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Sacramento. In this role, you will support the design, analysis, and manufacturing of composite structures and tooling. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality composite solutions. Key Responsibilities: • Design, analyze, and test composite structures, tooling, and fixtures. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for composite manufacturing processes. • Specify and scope...

About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda's W-Series vehicles are built, designed, and operated by Varda in-house, including the pharmaceutical processing payloads, the capsules, the C-PICA heat shields, and the satellite buses. From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind. Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by...

Job Description Job Summary: Collaborates and works with Engineers and Technicians in the R&D group to develop, fabricate and ship prototypes from advanced ceramic materials. Continuously improves existing methods in the assigned area of responsibility including materials processing (mixing, furnacing, casting, lapping, etc.). Provides design for manufacturability input for new products and initiates feedback for running product improvements. Interfaces with vendors (tooling, fixtures, test labs, toll machining, equipment OEMs, etc.) and customers. Executes prototype manufacturing plan including equipment programming tasks. Transfers new processes and methods to operations, including writing standard work, training manufacturing personnel, specifying equipment and monitoring results. Participates in Lean, Six-sigma, Kaizen, FMEA, 6S, and yield enhancement activities. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Engineering prototyping with advanced composite materials,...

Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities Development Engineering Leadership: Oversee the entire mechanical engineering design and integration effort on the test, assembly, characterization equipment and related components for high-power CW lasers, high speed PD, and/or co-packaged optics at both R&D-level and mass-production-level. Manufacturing Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, manufacturing teams and Fremont product engineering and logistic team to address needs and optimize performance. Cross-Functional Teamwork : Collaborate with Fremont Product Engineers, Design, Planning, Logistic team to ensure good quality product on time delivery on schedule Education & Experience A Master's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, Materials Science, or related field. At minimum 5 years of industrial experience in engineering development, preferably with a focus on automated semiconductor production or...

Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for leading the introduction of new crystal components, optical elements, and photonic subassemblies from concept through production release, with a strong focus on supporting external customer programs and accelerating time-to-market. Serves as the primary technical interface between customers, engineering, and manufacturing teams throughout the product qualification and commercialization process. Collaborates closely with design engineers across global Coherent locations to ensure successful transition of new products into manufacturing. Evaluates prototype requests for technical feasibility, manufacturability, and scalability, including assessment of material selection-particularly nonlinear optical materials-phase-matching requirements, manufacturing tolerances, inspection methods, and test strategies. Develops a deep understanding of customer applications, including a wide range of laser platforms and...

Job Description Key Responsibilities Lead the crystal growth process development. Develop and optimize growth recipes including melt chemistry, thermal gradients, motion control, atmosphere control, and diameter control. Drive continuous improvement in crystal quality, yield, and reproducibility. Provide technical leadership in the design, specification, and procurement of new crystal growth equipment. Define raw material specifications (purity, morphology, trace impurities) and acceptance criteria. Create and maintain engineering drawings, layouts, and tooling designs for CZ furnaces, hot zones, and related hardware. Author, review, and maintain work instructions, SOPs, and process documentation. Define equipment requirements, performance specifications, and acceptance criteria. Collaborate with vendors on the design and customization of furnaces, power supplies, and hot zone components. Support installation, commissioning, and qualification of new crystal growth...