Job Summary
FTL Labs is seeking a full-time Lead Technology Products R&D Scientist and/or Engineer with broad science and engineering skills and innovative thinking who works well in a team setting. If you are a creative self-starter, technically innovative, have excellent writing skills, and management experience, we are looking for you.
Skills that would be advantageous include:
- Understanding and interest in multidisciplinary science including physics, chemistry, and life sciences
- Interested in developing a business area by writing proposals and reaching out to potential customers
- Electromechanical system design, assembly, and testing
- Lead a team of engineers in R&D projects
- Custom PCB board development
- Radar signal processing, mechanical and electrical design
- Laser and optical system design
- Mechanical design and fabrication
- System prototyping and testing
- Laboratory equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and spectrometers
- Experience writing technical reports and/or proposals
- Self-motivated and goal oriented
- Fun and easy to work with in a dynamic team
Qualifications:
Ph. D, Master’s or Bachelor's degree candidates in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field with a minimum of 5-10+ years of experience will be considered.
Location:
FTL Labs is located in the vibrant intellectual community of western Massachusetts, close to the University of Massachusetts flagship campus and Amherst College. Pay is commensurate with experience. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including excellent health and dental coverage, short and long term disability, life insurance, profit-sharing, and 401k with employer contribution.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
You can submit your application through Indeed, but priority is given to reviewing applications emailed to us that include a cover letter that details your interest in the position and FTL Labs to Laura Magagnoli, Office Manager, at If you are chosen for an interview, we will also ask you to submit contact information for 3 references (at least 2 professional contacts).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card holder)?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Engineering: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Amherst, MA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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