Laser / Optical EngineerAvailable Title(s):1468-NN_ADMINPRO - Research Project EngineerBusiness Title:Laser / Optical EngineerEmployee Type:Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)Time Type:Full timePosition Term:12 MonthPosition Details:The Opportunity:The Dynamic Compression Sector (DCS) at the Advanced Photon Source (APS), Argonne National Laboratory is seeking seeking a strongly self-motivated Laser Optical Engineer. You will support the research activities at a first-of-a-kind experimental user facility an will perform hands-on work and operate/maintain the 100J laser system to ensure optimal performance and development of new capabilities.The DCS research activities involve state-of-the-art, dynamic compression experiments that utilize X-ray and optical measurements on nanosecond time-scales to understand the response of materials under extreme thermodynamic conditions.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:• Independent operation of the 100-Joule laser for laser-shock research activities, including quantifying and archiving the laser performance for each shot.• Contribute to the design and conduct of laser-shock experiments, and work with scientific users.• Work with the laser team, document and maintain safe operating procedures related to the laser and its control areas at the DCS.• Participate in the design, development, and use of optical equipment and systems for laser-interferometry measurements and other laser-based diagnostics, including data reduction and analysis.• Work with the DCS users to prepare for experiments in advance. This includes providing guidelines for experimental design, personnel safety, and equipment operating procedures.• Contribute effectively to all aspects of research projects including assistance to DCS users; optimal and safe operations of the experimental facilities; ensure availability of experimental components, equipment, and supplies; enhancement of experimental capabilities; and working effectively in a team setting to advance the DCS research mission.Required Qualifications:• A Master's degree in Physics, Optical Engineering, or a related field with a strong experimental background in lasers and optics.• Demonstrated technical expertise and strong hands-on ability with the design, fabrication, and optimization of nonlinear optical systems, instruments, and associated diagnostic equipment.• Strong interest in being involved in all aspects of DCS user experiments.• Considerable skill and knowledge of hardware and software required to support user experiments on a large-scale laser.• Good computer skills, including experience with programs for instrument control and analysis, such as LabView and Matlab. Experience with optical design software is useful but not required (e.g., Zemax).• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, necessary to interact with team members and users to effectively present research objectives and documentation.• Ability to effectively work independently and in a team environment, as needed.• Personal attributes should include critical thinking, good judgment, attention to detail, positive attitude, and accountability.• Must be able to obtain a badge at U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratories to gain access to restricted areas.Preferred Qualifications:• Work experience at a synchrotron.• Experience in research related to dynamic compression experiments.Additional Information:Area/College: College of Arts and SciencesDepartment Name: Dynamic Compression SectorCity, State, Zip: 9700 S. Cass Ave, Bldg 438F/F001, Lemont IL 60439Department Link: https://dcs-aps.wsu.eduMonthly Salary: $5,667 - $7,304 | In accordance with https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?c