Summer Placement - Optics

Leonardo Worldwide Corporation

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Not specified; pro rata annual leave allowance; pe...
Hybrid
Master's level degree in physics or related field
Experience with technical writing and project planning
Strong analytical and laboratory skills
This 13-week summer placement offers hands-on experience designing and developing world-class electro-optic products under the guidance of experienced Optical Engineers

Job Summary

  • This 13-week summer placement offers hands-on experience designing and developing world-class electro-optic products under the guidance of experienced Optical Engineers.
  • Candidates will contribute to laser and optical design, performance modelling, and verification testing within complex assemblies while receiving tailored technical training.
  • The role includes opportunities to work on meaningful projects alongside subject matter experts across the product lifecycle with potential progression to the Graduate Development Programme.

Matching Summary

This 13-week summer placement offers hands-on experience designing and developing world-class electro-optic products under the guidance of experienced Optical Engineers.

Salary

Not specified; Pro rata annual leave allowance; Pension scheme up to 15% employer contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's level degree in Physics or related field
  • Experience with technical writing and project planning
  • Strong analytical and laboratory skills
  • Evidence of successfully working in a team

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Zemax Optics Studio or Matlab
  • Previous summer placements or internships in photonics
  • Enthusiasm for photonics and skill development
  • Experience with LabVIEW and COMSOL modelling tools

Key Requirements

  • Working towards a master's level degree
  • UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance eligibility
  • Ideally in penultimate year of study

Work Rights

Eligible for UK Government security vetting (BPSS/SC/DV)

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