Senior Electro-Optical Engineer

Applied PhysicsNew York, NY

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Overview

Benefits

Career Development

Job Description

Applied Physics is seeking a highly motivated Senior Electro-Optical Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the development, design, and testing of optical systems for space-based applications. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field and 5 or more years of professional experience, a Master's degree and 3 or more years of experience, or a related PhD.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience fabricating, designing, or fielding tactical or space-based optical systems and relevant performance parameters
Experience with integration, test, characterization, and/or verification of optical systems
Active Top Secret security clearance or equivalent

Requirements

Lead a small optical engineering team as the Certified Principal Engineer (CPE) for the build and test of prototype or high TRL optical sensor hardware
Perform optical analysis to determine ability of designed optical systems to meet specifications
Work with Systems Engineering to perform system level design and decomposition into optical system requirements
Participate in studies and system trades for enhanced capabilities
Lead development of materials for program technical reviews and present data throughout the product development and maturation processes
Procure optical components to specification to meet performance goals
Lead development of build documents, hardware assembly, integration, test planning, and test execution of optical systems
Report progress periodically to program leadership and external customers and clients
Support spacecraft integration within a program coordinating across multiple disciplines to ensure requirements verification
Participate in failure investigations and anomaly resolution boards
Work with Certified Principal Engineers (CPEs), Responsible System Engineers (RSEs), designers, and test engineers to ensure smooth integration at the system level
Demonstrate effective verbal communication, develop concise and professional technical presentations, and deliver briefings to peers, leadership, and customers

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible work hours, and opportunities for growth and career development. Join our dynamic and passionate team and help us make a positive impact on the world.

If you are a talented, motivated, and empathetic individual who shares our passion for making a difference, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to work with our team at Applied Physics. Applied Physics is an equal opportunity employer.

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