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Daylight Solutions

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High-performance lasers from ultraviolet to infrared for the most challenging applications

San Diego, California

Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
51–200 people

About

DRS Daylight Solutions, a line of business under Leonardo DRS, provides photonics solutions to researchers, industry allies, and system manufacturers. Daylight specializes in manufacturing high-performance lasers across the spectrum from UV to IR, offering capabilities in broad tuning, narrow linewidth, and high power. The company’s core technologies include a family of quantum cascade lasers (QCL-IR), external cavity diode lasers (EC-DLs), and custom laser engines. Daylight’s lasers are deployed worldwide in a diverse array of applications, including aerospace and defense, life sciences, and material inspection. As a team of dedicated innovators, Daylight designs new technologies that aim to enable what’s next in scientific and technological advancements for those who are driving innovation forward.

Open positions

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hybrid · Ottawa

The Senior Mechanical Engineer leads the design and development of ruggedized electronic enclosures from concept through production release. They provide technical leadership, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable and manufacturable hardware solutions.

Software Engineer II - 12 mth

Hybrid · Ottawa

The software engineer will analyze, design, and implement software subsystems while performing reliability analyses and troubleshooting procedures. They are responsible for leading the FRACAS process and ensuring technical tasks are completed on time and within budget.

Software Engineer II

Hybrid · Ottawa

The software engineer will analyze, design, and implement software subsystems while performing complex development activities and reliability investigations. They are responsible for technical task completion, troubleshooting, and supporting engineering design through failure analysis and documentation.

Systems Engineer II

Hybrid · Ottawa

The Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, development, integration, and validation of complex communications systems throughout the product lifecycle. They will manage system requirements, author technical documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational and industry-standard compliance.

Software Engineer II

Hybrid · Ottawa

The software engineer will analyze, design, and implement software subsystems while performing complex reliability investigations and troubleshooting. They are responsible for meeting project deadlines and budgets while collaborating with team members and customers to ensure successful product releases.

Production Planner

On-site

The Production Planner is responsible for end-to-end planning, scheduling, and execution control for production build orders and repair work orders. They ensure jobs are properly scoped, kitted, and resourced to meet on-time delivery, cost, and quality targets.

Quality Specialist

On-site

The Quality Specialist is responsible for developing quality plans, performing inspections of components and systems, and supporting product quality improvements. They will also conduct internal audits, manage non-conforming materials, and drive root cause corrective actions.

Senior Electrical Engineer

Hybrid

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and testing of switch-mode power conversion equipment ranging from 100W to 100kW. They will also lead engineering projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and provide technical support for both new and legacy products.

Temporary-Material Handler

On-site

Responsible for managing accurate inventory levels, receiving and inspecting materials, and issuing kits to the production floor. The role involves maintaining MRP records, performing cycle counts, and operating material handling equipment to ensure seamless operational flow.

Production Planner

On-site

The Planner manages end-to-end planning, scheduling, and execution for production build and repair work orders. This includes coordinating material flow from customer order receipt through ERP planning to final shipment.

Senior Facilities Specialist

On-site

The Senior Facilities Specialist is responsible for all facilities maintenance, contracting, and internal work order coordination. They will perform general building maintenance, manage external contractors, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Program Manager-Supply Chain

Hybrid

The Supply Chain Program Manager leads supply chain execution for assigned programs, ensuring alignment of material strategies, supplier performance, and budget objectives. They serve as the primary liaison between the supply chain department and program management teams to resolve material shortages and ensure project readiness.

Senior PCB Designer

Hybrid

The Senior PCB Designer is responsible for the design of complex mixed-signal, multi-layer PCBs using Altium Designer while optimizing for performance and cost. They will also mentor junior staff and ensure designs adhere to manufacturing and configuration management standards.

Intermediate PCB Designer

Hybrid

The Intermediate PCB Designer is responsible for designing complex mixed-signal, multi-layer printed circuit boards using Altium Designer. They will also manage component libraries, optimize layouts for cost and performance, and mentor junior designers.

Intermediate Electrical Engineer

On-site

The Intermediate Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and testing of switch-mode power conversion equipment ranging from 100W to 100kW. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, manage project budgets, and support both new product development and legacy systems.

Field Service Engineer

On-site

The Field Service Engineer provides technical support, repair, and overhaul of power conversion equipment at customer facilities and military sites. This includes troubleshooting complex technical issues and collaborating with engineering teams to implement solutions.

Material & Price Estimator

Hybrid

The Estimator is responsible for obtaining and analyzing vendor quotations to support competitive and compliant bids for power conversion equipment. They work closely with internal stakeholders to evaluate material costs, monitor market trends, and provide pricing recommendations.

Senior ILS Engineer

On-site

The Senior ILS Engineer supports logistics, product support, and reliability activities throughout the program lifecycle, including FMECA analyses and technical data management. They also coordinate engineering changes, manage obsolescence, and prepare training materials and technical publications.

Temporary Warehouse worker (6-8 months)

On-site

DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 100 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.Job Summary We are hiring a Temporary Warehouse wo…

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On-site

DRS Pivotal Power, Inc. is located in Bedford, Nova Scotia. DRS Pivotal Power is a leader in the design, development and manufacture of high reliability power conversion equipment for mission critical applications supporting all branches of the military in Canada, the US and many countries abroad. All products are designed and manufactured in house by our growing team of over 100 employees. DRS Pivotal Power is part of the Leonardo DRS Naval Electronics group and has currently over 30,000 fielded units boasting a field reliability of over 99%.Job Summary Job Responsibilities Involved with the…