Optical Engineer

Company: Optics 1
Location: Bedford
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

The Optical Engineer -will join a team focused on the development of new optical products and sub-components for imaging systems, sensor solutions, laser devices, and displays. Group members contribute across multiple programs, participating in and often leading hands-on evaluation of prototype hardware, conducting data driven analysis, and providing design content (architecture, performance modeling, and lens design). -A position within this growing group represents a unique opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of defense related systems, develop cutting edge solutions together with a motivated team, and make a tangible impact throughout the product lifecycle.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Optical Engineer may contribute to activities including (but not limited to):
* - Optical System Modeling and Simulation: -Use of tools such as NVIPM to determine ranges for detection, recognition and identification of specified targets. Use of custom math models for unique laser and detection systems. Conduct architectural trade studies and provide content to white papers / proposals.
* - Laboratory and Field Testing: -Hands-on testing of optical products and components during design / development (cameras, laser range finders, etc.). Laboratory measurements may include camera and laser sub-component properties. The engineer will utilize an array of instrumentation in well-equipped, continually evolving engineering labs.
* - Lens design: -Validation of flowed down requirements to the optical sub-system; design form selection; tolerance analysis to ensure a best value solution. Tools such as Zemax and FRED are most common.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline (Optical, Electrical, Mechanical)
Optical Engineering degree or concentration preferred.
Master's degree in Optical Engineering or Optical Sciences preferred.
0 to 5 years Optical or Optical System Engineering experience.
Experience with general engineering lab equipment, practices and test methodologies
Solid verbal and written communication skills.
Must work well and thrive in a deadline driven, fast paced environment.
Proactive attitude and ability to be creative in supporting daily challenges.
Demonstrated leadership skills while having the ability to be a team player.
Possess a willingness to learn and apply good engineering practices to a wide variety of tasks
Must be U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain secret level security clearance.
The ability to travel and interact with key users in the field and at Military Bases throughout the country. Candidate must be willing to travel US and abroad approximately 10% of the time

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Proficiency in MS Office Suite of applications including Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project

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