Transcelestial’s vision is to improve the connectivity experience for the next billion people. We believe that connectivity is a human right and Transcelestial is on a mission to solve the problem of internet distribution and provide affordable, high-speed internet to everyone.
Transcelestial’s next-generation wireless laser communication technology is one of the most effective solutions in the distribution of high-quality, high-speed internet connectivity, making it well-poised to solve civilization’s long-term communication needs - and ultimately improve connectivity for 1 billion users globally.
Highly reliable and secure, its light-weight, shoe-box sized CENTAURI device leverages its proprietary laser technology to create a wireless distribution network and can be quickly, easily and cost-effectively installed on any standard telecom pole or tower at a faster time-to-market than standard fiber-optic cable.
Over the longer-term, Transcelestial aims to develop a constellation of small satellites positioned in Low Earth Orbit, allowing their laser network to not only beam across cities but upwards to connect continents across the world too.
OUR VALUES
- Lean & Simple. Our products are simple to use, we focus on what matters, we solve issues one by one and we spend smart.
- Approachable. Whoever you are, wherever you come from, don’t be shy! The best ideas can come from anywhere in the organisation.
- Supportive. We are a bunch of smart individuals delivering at their best working in teams. If you face an issue, you can be sure someone will jump in and help you.
- End user obsessed. Customers and end users are at the core of everything we do.
- Relentless innovators. Our technology is at the forefront of innovation. We are curious, we question everything, we love research and are passionate about the next big thing.
Join our team if you want to define the rules of how our civilisation communicates!
Senior Optomechanics Engineer
The Senior Optomechanics Engineer is responsible for design and performance improvements of opto-mechanical systems at Transcelestial, specifically our ground-based laser communication devices. This position is part of the Hardware Team, led by Max, Transcelestial’s Head of Hardware Engineering. This position will also interact with the rest of the hardware, manufacturing and software design teams to assist with the overall development of the optical systems and new optical alignment technologies. This role will also help the organisation handle supply chain activities for mechanical parts, including liaising with suppliers.
As Senior Optomechanics Engineer, you will:
- Perform electro-mechanical and opto-mechanical engineering on multiple projects through all phases of development and manufacturing.
- Evaluate and improve the optical alignment processes used in manufacturing of laser communication devices.
- Carry out tasks including incorporating Design for Excellence (DFx) into opto-mechanical system design to support transition from development to production.
- Support manufacturing engineering to provide and maintain appropriate tools and techniques used in the manufacturing of laser communication devices.
- Perform engineering analysis to validate design solutions with respect to alignment prescriptions, proper fit, environmental durability, manufacturability, schedule, and cost.
- Work closely with the systems group to develop the fundamental specifications that will determine final system performance and training the production engineer.
- Manage supply chain and supplier communication for mechanical parts.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physics, Optics, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical disciplines with a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
- Proficiency in CAD software like Solidworks.
- Working knowledge in geometric optics, physical optics, and modern optics.
- Prior experience working with mass manufacturing lines and integration of electronic components.
- Proficiency in optical analysis using simulation software like Zemax, ASAP, CodeV, or equivalent tools.
- Experience developing optical physics models in Matlab or equivalent, and ability to translate those models into physical demonstrations.
- Strong lab skills in designing, building, and running experiments with precision optical instruments/setup.
- Ability to detail both tools developed as well as standard operating procedures (SOP) for executing measurements.
- Experience with precision opto-mechanical systems with a strong understanding of how environmental factors influence optical system performance.
- Proficient in finite element analysis, solver, and multiphysics simulation software like COMSOL.
- Proficient in DFM and manufacturing process development.
- Ability to develop and execute cohesive strategies to understand difficult problems, perform root cause analysis, and develop mitigation strategies.
- Flexible and collaborative, willing to work in a fast-paced product and technology development.
It is a bonus if you:
- Experience with designing and/or handling manufacturing test equipment.
- Ability to communicate in Mandarin Chinese, with local and regional suppliers.
- Experience in testing components for quick prototyping and proof of concepts.
- Thrives in working with a team of people from different backgrounds in a highly collaborative, time-sensitive environment.
- Experience using and/or implementing Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP) or ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, MRPEasy..
- Experience with fiber and free space coupling optics and collection optics.
- Experience with process fixturing and optical system calibration.
- 5+ years hands-on design and development of precision optics equipment.
Our Hiring Process and what to expect:
- 30-60 min video call with one of our Talent Acquisition Partners, so we can get to know each other better
- 60 min video/in-person interview with the Hiring Manager of the role, so you can understand the role, the team, your future manager better
- 60min in-person Team Fit interviews with at least 2 members of the team to get to know your future team mates.
- 60 min video/in-person interview with CTO to understand overall company objectives and business trajectory.
What’s in it for you:
- Being part of a high-performing team working on groundbreaking technology
- A competitive salary and stock options package
- Personal Macbook laptop
- Unlimited Annual Leave
- Comprehensive and top-tier health plans
- Daily lunch allowance in office
- A monthly “Nerd” fund for professional development
Join Us:
You should include in your application
- Your CV, and/or LinkedIn page
- Links to projects or other work which will definitely impress everyone
Email us at jobs@transcelestial.com if you have questions.
Thank you for your interest in joining Transcelestial. We cannot wait to meet you!
Transcelestial has won numerous industry and global awards including the SPIFFY San Andreas Award for Most Disruptive Technology by Telecom Council, Forbes 30 Under 30 and Prestige 40 under 40 for our CTO Dr. Mohammad Danesh, Edge 35 Under 35 to our CEO Rohit Jha, The Most Ambitious Start-Up in Photonics Award by The Optical Society (OSA), etc.
Founded in Dec 2016, the Transcelestial team is located in Singapore and is backed by major investors such as Wavemaker Partners, EDBI, Airbus Ventures, Kickstart Ventures, Cap Vista, SEEDS Capital (Enterprise SG), Entrepreneur First, Partech Ventures, 500 Startups, AirTree Ventures, Tekton Ventures, SGInnovate, SparkLabs Global Ventures, Michael Seibel (CEO of Y-Combinator, Founder of Twitch.tv), Charles Songhurst (Microsoft’s former Head of Corporate Strategy) and others.
