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Process Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Compensation: $120,000-$170,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT ...

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Process Engineer

Longmont, CO

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Compensation: $120,000-$170,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT ...

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Process Engineer

Longmont, CO

$120K - $170K/yr

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Compensation: $120,000-$170,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT ...

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Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering, or related technical field. Compensation: $140,000-$180,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one ...

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Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering, or related technical field. Compensation: $140,000-$180,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one ...

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Mechanical Quality Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering, or related technical field. Compensation: $140,000-$180,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Longmont, CO

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering, or related technical field. Compensation: $96,000-$130,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$96K - $130K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering, or related technical field. Compensation: $96,000-$130,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$96K - $130K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering, or related technical field. Compensation: $96,000-$130,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one ...

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Mechanical Quality Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering, or related technical field.  Compensation: $130,000-170,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is ...

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Electronics and Integration Technician

Longmont, CO · On-site

$45 - $55/hr

... nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). Summary: We're looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Electronics and Integration Technician to join our Electrical Engineering team. In this role ...

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Mechanical Quality Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site

$130K - $170K/yr

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Optical Engineering, or related technical field. Compensation: $130,000-170,000 depending on experience. Who We Are nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one ...

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Electronics and Integration Technician

Longmont, CO · On-site

$45 - $55/hr

... nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). Summary: We're looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Electronics and Integration Technician to join our Electrical Engineering team. In this role ...

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Software/Firmware Engineering Manager

Camas, WA · On-site

$115K - $137K/yr

Who We Are At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively ... Ability to motivate, focus, and coach project staff. Ability to influence, manage, and collaborate ...

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Software/Firmware Engineering Manager

Camas, WA · On-site

$115 - $137/hr

Who We Are At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively ... Ability to motivate, focus, and coach project staff. Ability to influence, manage, and collaborate ...

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Process Engineer

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Longmont, CO • On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description
Location: Longmont, CO (onsite)
Experience: 5+ years of experience in leading process development in aerospace, defense, or high-power optics.
Minimum Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Compensation: $120,000-$170,000 depending on experience.
Who We Are
nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies. Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities - from semiconductor device through target identification - to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter. This is a great opportunity to work at a company that is on the leading edge of the HEL industry and provides a culture of excellence and commitment to delivering solutions to the warfighter and our country.
Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
Summary:
As a Process Engineer, you are a technical leader responsible for the end-to-end process architecture of our complex R&D systems. You will drive the implementation of advanced manufacturing strategies, ensuring that first-of-its-kind hardware is built with world-class precision. We are looking for a Black Belt who can solve chronic yield issues, influence design through DFM, and provide the foundational leadership to build a department from the ground up.
All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/. Please review this information before applying.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop scalable manufacturing processes and documentation, working directly with design teams to ensure high-performance systems are optimized for repeatable builds.
  • Lead DFM/DFA and DFSS initiatives to optimize manufacturability, yield, and production readiness.
  • Set the standard for company-wide process control (SPC or other) and MSA/GR&R protocols, ensuring all test and assembly equipment are fully qualified and capable.
  • Solve the integration challenges by applying structured problem-solving methodologies to R&D hardware.
  • Manage the lifecycle of specialized manufacturing tooling, including initial requirement definition to final qualification and ongoing calibration & maintenance.

Required Experience / Capability:
  • Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
  • 5+ years of experience in process development in aerospace, defense, or high-power optics.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required, Black Belt preferred.
  • Proven track record of applying DFM/DFSS to move R&D hardware into stable production.
  • Practical expertise in process control (SPC or other), MSA, and Gage R&R.
  • Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity and establish formal production rigor.

Benefits Summary:
  • 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
  • 11 paid Holidays
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents
  • Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%
  • Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is IllegalIf you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]

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