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Advanced Navigation is seeking a Principal Fiber Optic Gyroscope (FOG) Engineer to join its engineering team in Sydney. The company is a world-leading innovator in AI robotics and navigation technologies, supplying to major organizations including Airbus, Boeing, Google, Tesla, NASA, Apple, and General Motors. The role is pivotal in advancing FOG technology across land, air, sea, and space applications.
In this position, you will lead the design and development of FOG and related systems, focusing on outstanding performance, reliability, and manufacturability. Key responsibilities include developing and refining manufacturing processes for FOGs with emphasis on scalability to large production volumes, collaborating with cross-functional teams (software, hardware, production) to ensure seamless product development and integration, and analyzing test data to troubleshoot issues and enhance FOG performance and reliability.
You will develop and establish efficient processes for testing fiber optic coils, develop capability for additional processes such as coil stress conditioning, and support the Production Engineering team in developing performance metrics and SPC measures. You will also guide design and development of fiber optic coil-related process tooling, stay abreast of latest advancements in FOG technology and photonics, and contribute to a customer-centric approach ensuring FOG technology meets demanding application requirements.
The ideal candidate is proactive and self-motivated with strong ownership mentality, comfortable in fast-paced dynamic environments, and passionate about technology and high-quality product delivery. A continuous improvement mindset is essential.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physics, Optics, Photonics, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Proven experience in Fiber Optic Gyroscopes
- Strong theoretical and practical understanding of FOG physics, including the Sagnac effect and associated phenomena
- In-depth knowledge of photonics (light sources, optical fibers, couplers, modulators, detectors relevant to FOGs)
- Solid background in electro-optical systems design and integration
- Demonstrable experience with manufacturing processes for optical or precision electro-mechanical systems, with understanding of large-scale production challenges
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate effectively
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- PhD in relevant field
- Understanding of algorithms and software used in inertial navigation systems
- Familiarity with simulation and modeling tools for optical and inertial systems
- Experience in defense, aerospace, or autonomous systems industries
- Formal training in RCA tools and 8D problem solving
