Location: Hybrid (Canada)
Starting Salary: $95,000 CAD (higher for senior candidates)
Bornea Dynamics is an innovative, Canadian-owned space and defence contractor focused on delivering cutting-edge solutions in sensor systems, robotics, data processing, and data exploitation to Canada, the UK, and NATO Allies. We operate in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, supporting customers in defence, space, law enforcement, and public safety. Our work spans critical technology areas including electronic warfare, satellite systems, autonomous robotics, and next-generation signal intelligence.
We are seeking an Optical Engineer with a strong background in spectroscopic sensing, instrument design, and signal/data processing to support the development of next-generation payloads and instrumentation for space and defence missions. You will contribute to advanced projects involving LIBS, Raman, and other optical sensing techniques, and help design, prototype, and validate compact, high-performance systems under real-world constraints.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, model, and optimize optical systems for spectroscopic sensors, including lens assemblies, mirrors, filters, fiber optics, and beam delivery components.
- Develop and integrate laser-based spectroscopic techniques such as Raman and LIBS into deployable platforms.
- Conduct trade-off studies to evaluate optical components and configurations for performance, cost, and size constraints.
- Collaborate with mechanical and electronic teams to package and ruggedize optical systems for field and flight environments.
- Contribute to sensor calibration, alignment, and validation in lab and field settings.
- Support algorithm development and data processing pipelines for spectroscopic signal interpretation (classification, peak fitting, etc.).
- Assist in the development of space-qualified or space-heritage payloads for LEO, lunar, or deep space missions.
- Author and contribute to technical documentation, test reports, and design reviews.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in optical system design, integration, or spectroscopic sensing.
- Hands-on experience with at least one of: Raman, LIBS, fluorescence, absorption/emission spectroscopy.
- Proficiency in optical design tools (e.g., Zemax OpticStudio, Code V) and modelling software (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
- Strong understanding of light-matter interaction principles and optical component selection.
- Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines in a fast-paced R&D environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience designing optical payloads for space-based or flight-qualified systems.
- Familiarity with environmental qualification methods (thermal vacuum, vibration, radiation).
- Experience with laser safety, laser integration, or pulsed laser systems.
- Knowledge of spectroscopic data analysis methods and software libraries (e.g., SciPy, Scikit-learn).
- Familiarity with electronics, detectors (e.g., CMOS, CCD, InGaAs), and analog signal conditioning.
Why Join Bornea Dynamics
- Be part of an elite engineering team working on mission-critical technologies in space and defence.
- Exposure to high-impact, fielded systems and new concept development across multiple domains.
- Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote options.
- Competitive salary and benefits, with scaling for senior or specialized experience.
- A collaborative, fast-moving environment that values technical creativity, autonomy, and innovation.
