Source Research Project Lead

What you'll do

• Lead research projects for next-generation high-power EUV and DUV light sources.
• Organize team tasks and align project roadmaps with program planning and objectives.
• Generate and maintain detailed project plans including test planning, execution, and report generation.
• Manage resources, timing, and budgets for experimental campaigns and full-scale architecture demonstrations.
• Drive innovation in light source power and stability by collaborating with controls, software, and laser teams.
• Identify key scientific learning objectives and design experiments to validate technical hypotheses.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for feasibility results, test procedures, drawings, and bills of materials.
• Report project progress, risks, and mitigation plans to senior management.

What we're looking for

• BS or MS degree in physics, laser engineering, photonics, or an equivalent technical field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience in physics, laser engineering, photonics, or an equivalent technical field.
• Proven experience in project management and leadership over the full life-cycle of a project.
• Hands-on experience with complex system design, build, characterization, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of scientific research methods and experimental design.
• Demonstrated ability to lead research projects involving multiple stakeholders and constraints.
• Ability to clearly and logically communicate ideas and knowledge to various audiences.
• Legal authorization to access controlled technology as defined by U.S. Export Administration Regulations.