About the Job
We are seeking a
Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer
with deep domain expertise in fire control (rifle scopes and related systems) and night vision products. This role is pivotal in guiding cross-functional teams through design, assembly, and testing of ruggedized optical systems. The ideal candidate brings significant experience in design-for-manufacturing, assembly, and MIL-STD-810G testing, and will help accelerate current programs while identifying opportunities for future growth
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical guidance to design and engineering teams on
Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Assembly (DFA), and Test (DFT)
best practices.
- Partner with product design, engineering, and metrology to ensure designs align with
MIL-STD-810G environmental test requirements
(vibration, temperature, shock, etc.).
- Contribute to active product development programs by refining designs, evaluating assembly and manufacturing methods, and supporting vendor/partner selection.
- Collaborate with commercial and design teams to
identify and evaluate new market opportunities
, providing mechanical feasibility and risk assessments.
- Act as a subject matter expert and mentor to junior engineers, leading knowledge-sharing sessions on ruggedized optical systems and field-proven mechanical practices.
- Drive cross-functional integration to ensure product
performance, manufacturability, and reliability
are aligned throughout the product lifecycle.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Opto-Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- 8+ years
of relevant industry experience in optical or opto-mechanical product design, ideally with
fire control and/or night vision systems
.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with military or defense-related optical product development..
- Direct involvement in product launches, from design through assembly and field testing.
- Familiarity with supplier management and outsourcing strategies for manufacturing or assembly.
- Track record of mentoring or leading junior engineers in a fast-paced R&D or product development environment.
About Peak Nano
Peak is a US-based, AI-driven technology company that uses nanotechnology to solve macro-level global challenges. Our engineers and researchers are developing solutions for advanced optics, aerospace, life sciences, and other industrial solutions. We are the leader in applying artificial intelligence to design and optimize reusable polymers to make the world a safer and more sustainable place. We help enable and protect people, national defense, and the planet.
