Laser Engineer

Laser Engineer
📍 Wilmington, NC | 🏢 Global Laser Enrichment (GLE)
🕒 Full-Time | On-Site
🔐 Q-Clearance Required

Are you ready to work on cutting-edge laser technology that could reshape the future of energy? At Global Laser Enrichment (GLE), we’re on a mission to commercialize a transformative laser-based uranium enrichment technology—and we’re looking for a talented Laser Engineer to join our elite team.

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to contribute to something big. You’ll be at the forefront of innovation, using state-of-the-art tools and collaborating with top-tier engineers and scientists across multiple disciplines. If you're driven by precision, challenge, and impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Why Join GLE?

• Be part of a high-performing team driving the future of nuclear energy.


• Work with advanced pulsed CO₂ lasers in a one-of-a-kind technical environment.


• Tackle real-world engineering challenges that blend science, innovation, and impact.


• Competitive salary and benefits in a growth-oriented, mission-driven company.

What You’ll Do

• Optimize performance of GLE’s pulsed CO₂ laser systems and associated subsystems.


• Design and implement enhancements to improve laser system efficiency.


• Characterize optical performance and apply analytical models to guide improvements.


• Lead projects to integrate novel optical technologies into GLE's systems.


• Collaborate with Process Physics, Operations, and Mechanical Engineering to align with broader program goals.


• Support laser operations and develop creative manufacturing approaches.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or a related field.


• 5+ years of experience in a scientific or engineering role.


• 1+ year of hands-on experience with plasma physics and pulsed CO₂ lasers.


• Proven experience in design and hands-on implementation of laser/optical systems.


• Experience with data processing and reporting using MATLAB, Excel, PowerPoint, or similar tools.


• Must be 18 or older.


• Ability to obtain and maintain an active NRC Q-Clearance and nuclear site access.

Desired

• M.S. or PhD in Physics or Engineering


• Experience in modelling and simulation of gas laser kinetics


• Working knowledge of high energy solid state lasers and nonlinear processes.
  


• Experience or familiarity with Zemax or related optical modeling software.

Important Note

This position is subject to the successful candidate’s ability to obtain and maintain a DOE/NRC Q-clearance. Continued employment is contingent on eligibility for nuclear site access.

Ready to illuminate your future with us? Apply now and help us power the next generation of nuclear technology.