Optical Test engineer
🔎 We’re Hiring: Optical Test Engineer – Glasgow | Thales UK
💼 Full-time | Defence & Technology | Physics & Optics – Monday – Thursday 37 Hours
Are you passionate about physics—especially optics and lasers? Do you love turning theory into real-world innovation? At Thales UK, we’re on a mission to build a safer, more connected world. And we need bright minds like yours.
Join our team in Glasgow as an Optical Test Engineer and work on advanced military-grade products at the cutting edge of technology.
✨ What You’ll Do
🔹 Design and support optical test and production setups
🔹 Validate product improvements and prototypes through experimentation
🔹 Model, simulate, and analyse optical systems
🔹 Use tools like interferometers to assess optical components
🔹 Calibrate optical subassemblies and tooling
🔹 Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing and quality teams
🔧 What You’ll Bring
✅ A strong foundation in physics—especially optics/lasers
✅ Practical and experimental skills
✅ Curiosity and an eye for detail—you question results and dig deeper
✅ Self-driven and collaborative mindset
✅ Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
✅ A degree in Physics (BSc Hons or equivalent)
🌟 Even Better If You Have:
✔️ Experience with interferometry
✔️ Knowledge of optical or mechanical engineering
✔️ Background in optical test design or manufacture
👩🔬👨🔬 Why Thales?
At Thales, we believe innovation starts with diverse, curious teams. We support flexible working, continuous learning, and career growth in a truly inclusive culture. Your passion for physics could help shape tomorrow’s defence technologies.
💬 Ready to put your curiosity to work?
📩 Apply now and let’s engineer a safer future—together.
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