https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-laser-amp-optical-scientist-thomas-search--3d18119f-edc1-4e85-a87f-7c6b314d7fcf RSS feed for Senior Laser & Optical Scientist at Thomas Search. en-gb Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:06:32 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-laser-amp-optical-scientist-thomas-search--3d18119f-edc1-4e85-a87f-7c6b314d7fcf https://jobs.co.uk/job/senior-laser-amp-optical-scientist-thomas-search--3d18119f-edc1-4e85-a87f-7c6b314d7fcf Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Farnborough | Salary: Negotiable | Type: Permanent | We are delighted to be recruiting for a Senior Laser & Optical Scientist at our client''s site in Farnborough, Hampshire, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.   The Role As a Senior Laser Scientist, you''ll play a vital role in advancing research into next-generation laser and optical technologies, directly contributing to the development of innovative defence and commercial solutions.   Day-to-day, you''ll work alongside a team of physicists and engineers to design, model, and test novel optical systems. You''ll take ownership of work packages focused on high-energy laser development, applying your experience in optical physics to analyse system performance, evaluate designs, and ensure technical excellence. You''ll also collaborate across the business, contribute to experimental setups and laboratory testing, and share your expertise to support training and mentoring as the team expands its laser technology capability.   Your responsibilities will include: Planning and technical leadership of projects as appropriate Planning, development, and deployment of optical systems ... Permanent