Position DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled optical engineer who has a focus and deep understanding of stray light for a broad range of optical systems: from UV through infrared, reflective and refractive, from few photons to high energy lasers, imaging and non-imaging, and for a variety of applications in stressing environments. The work may encompass many aspects, including quick-turn stray light assessments to aid concept development for specific needs, detailed analysis for large-scale fielded prototypes, generating specifications for outside procurements, and testing. A successful candidate will participate in new program development, teaming with multi-disciplinary technical and mission teams, and grow into leading novel research initiatives for stray light. The engineer will also participate in all aspects of optical system prototyping lifecycle from design & analysis through alignment and testing.
Ample opportunities for learning, technical growth, and mentorship are available to all staff through programs, training, and research initiatives. Staff work in small, effective, multi-disciplinary teams of engineers and specialists with varying experience levels in a respectful and collaborative environment.
Minimum Qualifications- PhD or Masters plus 5-years relevant experience, with degree in optics/optical engineering/optical sciences, or engineering with a concentration in the above.
- Stray light analysis expertise is required: (FRED, LightTools, or non-sequential Zemax), Lens design experience in Zemax and/or Code V is desired.
- Track record of having worked on complex optical systems in industry/Labs/UARCs/etc
- Strong ability to work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, optical, thermal, electrical, and systems engineers.
- Experience with optical component specifications, procurement and vendor management is desired.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical work.
- Experience leading and managing small teams is desired.
- Ability to obtain necessary security clearances.
- Willingness to travel to meetings and field sites as needed.
This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge optical systems in a collaborative and innovative environment. You will contribute to impactful projects that push the boundaries of opto-mechanical engineering, while gaining exposure to diverse technical challenges and professional growth opportunities.
Recent Graduate Hiring Range: $116,400 - $140,000
Experienced Hiring Range: $116,400 - $182,200
Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including-but not limited to-the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- MIT-funded pension
- Matching 401K
- Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
- Mentorship programs
- A range of work-life balance options
- ... and much more!
Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
Requisition ID: 43152
