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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

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.

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.

Electronics Assembler

On-site

The Assembler is responsible for assembling, modifying, and repairing electronic and electrical assemblies according to documentation and quality standards. This includes wire preparation, soldering, and maintaining a safe work environment adhering to WHMIS procedures.

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 PCB Designer

Hybrid · Bedford

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.

Supplier Quality Engineer

On-site · Bedford

The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for developing quality systems and executing supplier quality plans to ensure regulatory compliance and product improvement. Key duties include performing audits, managing non-conforming materials, and driving root cause corrective actions with suppliers.

Temporary-Material Handler

On-site · Bedford

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.

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…