Sr. Optical Engineer

Essential Functions

• Specifies optical systems for high-level mission requirements
• Completes initial conceptual and detailed flight designs of camera optics
• Manages glass availability through production lifecycles
• Designs for athermalization and stray light minimization
• Completes Structural-Thermal-Optical-Performance (STOP) Analysis
• Develops calibration plans to verify mission requirements, including but not limited to focus/MTF, flat field imaging, radiometry and spectral response, distortion/camera models, boresight alignment
• Writes performance specification and statements of work for optical subcontracts
• Manages subcontractors for performance of optical processing, fabrication, and assembly
• Presents at design reviews

Non-Essential Functions

Performs other duties as required which may become essential

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Physics; Masters or PhD preferred
• 8-10 years minimum of relevant experience
• Extensive experience using ZEMAX optical design software
• Familiarity with optics assembly techniques for space-based optical systems
• Experience with radiation-hardened optical design
• Experience with collimation measurement techniques
• Experience with laser interferometric measurement of wavefront error
• Experience with radiometric calibration
• Knowledge of visible and infrared sensor physics and performance limitations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of clearly explain technical issues and ideas to peers, management, and customer representatives

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to comprehend and communicate complex technical and engineering concepts.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position while operating a computer for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work and move around in a cleanroom environment, wearing required outer garments including smock/coveralls, shoe covers, mask, hood and gloves.
• Moves in and around a lab space.
• Ability to handle high stress levels in connection with multiple conflicting priorities and deadlines.
• High tolerance for ambiguity and shifting expectations.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with ability to prioritize workload.

Disclaimer

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the ssential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Employer Disclaimer

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

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