Full Job Description
We are currently hiring for an Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Engineer. The Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Engineer supports the development, integration, testing, and sustainment of advanced EO/IR sensor systems used in defense and aerospace applications. This role provides an opportunity to work with multidisciplinary engineering teams in the design, analysis, and evaluation of optical, infrared, imaging, tracking, and targeting systems. The engineer will assist with system performance testing, data analysis, technical documentation, and product development activities while gaining experience in military and government-funded programs. This is an on-site position located at our facility.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Three years of engineering experience.
• Basic understanding of optics, infrared systems, sensors, imaging systems, or related technologies.
• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, testing methodologies, and data analysis techniques.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to government contract requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience involving optics, imaging systems, sensors, robotics, defense systems, or aerospace technologies.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of military systems, targeting systems, surveillance systems, or remote sensing technologies
Responsibilities:
• Support the design, development, integration, and testing of EO/IR systems and related subsystems.
• Assist in laboratory and field testing of optical, infrared, imaging, and sensor technologies.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to evaluate system performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Participate in environmental, qualification, verification, and validation testing activities.
• Assist with sensor performance modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause investigations for system anomalies and technical issues.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, engineering drawings, procedures, and documentation.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, systems, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams.
• Support customer demonstrations, technical reviews, and design reviews as required.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable military standards, customer requirements, and company processes.
• Maintain configuration management and documentation control practices throughout product development activities.
• Travel occasionally to customer sites, test facilities, and field locations.
Outstanding Benefits/Perks:
• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 9/80 Work Schedule
