Optical Design Engineer
Job Description
IERUS Technologies is seeking a self-motivated Optical Design Engineer to build and perform integration and evaluation of electro-optical sensor systems. This position involves significant hands-on laboratory work and interaction with team members during sensor development. The position is also contingent on the award of funding.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Optics, Engineering, Physics, or a related field;
- 5+ years experience in research, development, production, or operation of aerospace and defense systems;
- Strong background in optical system design, tolerance analysis, and optical materials (5+ years);
- Proficiency in optical modeling tools such as Zemax, CODE V, or similar (2+ years);
- Proficiency in data analysis and reduction in tools such as MATLAB, Python, or similar (2+ years);
- Experience conducting optical experiments (e.g., optical alignment, imaging system characterization, etc.);
- Familiarity with Word, PowerPoint, and/or Excel to author technical documentation;
- Strong interpersonal and technical communication skills;
- Must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain/maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
Preferred Skills
- Master's degree in Optics, Engineering, Physics, or a related field;
- 10+ years experience in optical system design, tolerance analysis, and optical materials (5+ years);
- 5+ years designing, producing, or utilizing opto-mechanical systems for IR, near IR, or visible spectrum applications;
- Previous experience in a lab and field environment researching and/or testing different optical, electro-optical, or opto-mechanical sensors and systems;
- Interest or prior experience in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving optical, mechanical, and electrical issues affecting optical systems;
- Willing and able to work in a clean room.
Location
Huntsville, AL
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Commensurate with experience
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Company Information
IERUS Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.
Contact Information
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