Job DescriptionThe Optical Design Engineer will develop and mature advanced EO/IR system concepts. Work will support development of next-generation Precision Pointers, Laser Systems, Imaging Systems, and other complex EO/IR systems.
This will include the design, analysis, and measurement of optical subsystems. Responsibilities include the design and analysis of optical subsystems, and the testing and validation of prototype assemblies. The work environment can present many technical challenges as well as significant growth opportunities. Successful technical contributors will be comfortable working in multi-disciplinary teams.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities Include:- Perform metrology for optical components
- Design and develop test plans, optical test benches, etc for EOIR assemblies
- Design and develop optical sub-assembly architectures and specifications for EO/IR Technology.
- Predict and Perform performance analysis and design verification.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Contribute to program success
Hybrid: Onsite 3 days per week
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Required Skills and Education- BS degree in Optical Engineering or a related technical field
- Exerience with optical component testing and metrology
- Comfortable working in optics labs and operating optical metrology
- Experience in designing optical subassemblies and performing optical analysis
- Experience working with electro-optical systems
- Understanding EO/IR Systems
Preferred Skills and Education- Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
- Perferred: Active Secret Clearance
