Pointing/Acquisition/Tracking and Controls Engineer-Technical Staff

About the role

The Optical and Quantum Communication Group develops impactful quantum and classical technologies and system prototypes for use in a wide range of challenging applications in terrestrial, space and underwater environments. Primary areas of research include the development of novel entangled-photon source technologies and quantum memory systems; novel quantum link architectures; sensitive single-photon receivers; novel modulation and coding approaches; multi-format laser-comm modems; robust and compact free-space optical beam directors; and precision beam pointing, link acquisition and tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, analysis, development, testing and integration of optical communications systems to support lasercom prototype systems development in challenging channels such as atmospheric or undersea.
• Work closely with a team of engineers to develop complex prototype optical communications hardware, with a focus on developing the pointing, acquisition and tracking systems for both space and ground terminals.
• Work closely with the rest of the engineering team, in particular with optical, mechanical, and software disciplines to implement the required technologies to achieve the appropriate performance in fielded demonstrations.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Aero/Astro, Optical, or a Masters and 5 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience with controls systems, particularly with a focus on adaptive optics or tracking.
• Demonstrated experience with systems analysis and modeling, particularly with understanding and analyzing atmospheric turbulence effects.
• Experience with integration and test as well as troubleshooting complex problems.
• Experience with MATLAB or other analysis tools relevant for systems analysis.
• Experience with free space optical communications hardware.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Aero/Astro, Optical, or a Masters and 5 years of experience.
• Must have demonstrated experience with controls systems, particularly with a focus on adaptive optics or tracking.
• Must have demonstrated experience with systems analysis and modeling, particularly with understanding and analyzing atmospheric turbulence effects.
• Must have experience with integration and test as well as troubleshooting complex problems.
• Must have experience with MATLAB or other analysis tools relevant for systems analysis.
• Must have experience with free space optical communications hardware.
• Must have excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must be willing to work in a team environment.

Skills

• Controls Systems
• Systems Analysis and Modeling
• Atmospheric Turbulence Effects
• Integration and Test
• Free Space Optical Communications Hardware
• Communication Skills

Benefits

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, you can take advantage of many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. These benefits 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!

Pay

Recent Graduate Hiring Range: $145,200-$170,000
Experienced Hiring Range: $145,200-$220,000

Schedule

Not specified