High-performance lasers from ultraviolet to infrared for the most challenging applications
San Diego, California
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.
Hybrid · Ottawa
Support the analysis, design, and development of complex systems across software, hardware, and mechanical disciplines, including requirements, interfaces, control drawings, and technical documentation. Assist with testing, installations, integrated logistics support, safety and reliability studies, and project reviews.
Hybrid · Ottawa
Support the analysis, definition, design, and development of complex systems across software, hardware, and mechanical disciplines. Assist with requirements and interface documentation, testing and installation activities, integrated logistics support, safety and reliability studies, and project reviews.
Hybrid
Manage complex manufacturing programs from kickoff through closeout, coordinating design, development, testing, schedules, budgets, and program metrics. Serve as the primary customer interface, lead program reviews, manage risks and corrective actions, and ensure contract obligations and project documentation are completed.
On-site
The Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting materials, components, and subassemblies to ensure they meet quality standards and contractual requirements. They will generate nonconformance reports, manage rejected items, and support quality assurance inspections throughout the manufacturing process.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
