Mechanical Engineer
nlight
About this role
Mechanical Engineers at nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. focus on designing and integrating complex high energy laser weapon systems, emphasizing rugged and compact solutions suitable for challenging environments. They develop and analyze mechanical and thermal components, ensuring manufacturability and system robustness, to support advanced laser and electro-optical systems.
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About nlight
nlight.netnLIGHT designs and manufactures high‑power semiconductor and fiber lasers and amplifiers for demanding applications. Their products are used in mission‑critical directed energy, sensing (including lidar), and advanced manufacturing such as materials processing. nLIGHT emphasizes high power, reliability, and scalability through diode lasers, fiber‑laser modules and integrated systems. They serve industrial and defense customers worldwide with engineered laser solutions and production capabilities.
About nlight
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$120k – $170k
per year
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