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Optical Physicist - Complex R&D - Cambridge
A leading technology innovator in the heart of Cambridge's tech hub are looking for an optical physicist to join their up-and-coming team of engineers and scientists.
Because of the nature of the work and the culture of the business we are looking for people who love solving complex engineering problems and who have a passion for optics.
As an Optical Physicist you will be applying your sound engineering and physics experience to the design of highly complex devices and hardware, all aiming to provide a step-change in innovation.
Your work will involve coming up with new ideas and inventions around advanced technologies and you will take your ideas from initial concept all the way through to manufacturing.
The types of devices that you will be optics-based, including propagation, imaging systems, fibre optics, high power and ultrafast lasers, fluorescence imaging and interaction of light with real-world surfaces.
You will be joining a well-established team of engineers, scientists and innovators and will also have new projects on the horizon as this company invests heavily into research and development.
To be considered for this exciting Optical Physicist you will need to have experience of developing optics-based technologies within a commercial setting, coupled with a strong academics and first principles knowledge and excellent pen-and-paper maths skills.
This role is in the defence industry which means that the role is open to British nationals only, due to security clearance criteria.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package as well as providing excellent career progression and training.
For more information, please call Matthew Lowdon of Newton Colmore Consulting on 0044 121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team will be in touch.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
Key words: Optics, physics, optical physicist, science, research, engineering, design, Cambridge
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Open on seniority - negotiable + bonus
Posted: 2025-05-30 16:54:10
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A growing medical devices company in Cambridge are searching for an experienced research and development test engineer to join their in-house testing team.
As a Mechanical Test Engineer within this organisation, you will be utilising your experience to determine the performance and reliability of brand-new physical products within the medical devices sector.
You will be charged with building prototypes and designing and running experiments to gather performance data on new products as well as created novel test methods and protocols.
You will be working closely with the laboratory manager to help push the team forward with new ideas.
It will be your role to ensure that exciting new breakthrough products can make the successful transition from initial concept to verification and manufacturing.
This will be done by creating bespoke prototypes and testing programmes which will provide detailed data and insights that can be translated into real-world improvements.
To be considered for this role, we are ideally looking for a candidate who has the following;
Experience of mechanical testing on physical products with knowledge of force testing equipment.
Working knowledge of LabView or basic python programming experience.
A methodical and structured approach to solving problems
The company are offering tailored packages for the right engineer which includes a series of benefits including performance bonuses, free lunches and breakfasts and competitive pension plan.
If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, make an application now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss it further.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Tailored package + bonus
Posted: 2025-05-30 16:53:38
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Are you passionate about Human Factors, cockpit design, and military aviation? Join a cutting-edge team shaping the future of fighter jet technology as a Senior Human Factors Engineer.
Be part of a unique opportunity to influence fast jet cockpit design, support simulator development, and collaborate with pilots and stakeholders to deliver intuitive, effective Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI).
UK citizenship and eligibility for full security clearance required.
What Youll Be Doing:
- Analyse pilot use-cases and concepts of operation to guide cockpit design
- Apply Human Factors principles to enhance HMI design for the Typhoon fighter aircraft
- Collaborate with Avionics System teams, Test Pilots, Flight Test communities, and customers
- Contribute to requirement derivation and conceptual HMI solutions
- Participate in the development of immersive simulators and full-scale cockpit mock-ups
- Support flight testing of new cockpit equipment and designs
- Work on capabilities such as sensor integration, navigation, communications, weapons control, and defensive aids
- Conduct Human Error Analysis to support safety and airworthiness
- Define and evolve cockpit control schemes and visual symbology
- Produce technical documentation, support usability assessments, and assist with qualification and system clearances
What Youll Bring:
- A degree (or equivalent) in Human Factors, Psychology, or User-Centred Design
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence in presenting to varied stakeholders
- Experience deriving system requirements from high-level customer needs
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks independently
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with usability testing, user assessments, and simulator-based trials
- Knowledge or background in the Military Air domain
- Familiarity with cockpit integration, HMI development, and fast jet systems
This Role Is Perfect For You If You:
- Are passionate about user-centred design and fast jets
- Want to experience operating fighter jet systems in immersive simulations
- Enjoy working in cross-functional teams to influence real-world defence technology
- Thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact engineering environment
Take the next step in your Human Factors career and help define the future of military aviation.
Apply today and become a key part of a team delivering the next generation of fighter cockpit systems. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Preston,England
Start: 29/05/2025
Salary / Rate: £50000 - £70000 per annum
Posted: 2025-05-29 08:29:04
