Photonics/Optical Sensors Scientist

2 months ago

pensacola, United States Stealth Communications Full time

The Photonics/Optical Sensors Scientist serves as the definitive expert in optics, optical sensors, and optical systems, guaranteeing precise representation of these elements' capabilities, development, testing, operations, and processing in technical dialogues. This role involves contributing to the development and execution of studies, analyses, algorithms, models, simulations, and other technical projects and endeavors as outlined in project objectives.


This position requires security clearance and is based onsite in Pensacola, FL.


Responsibilities

  • Serves as a technical advisor, offering support to both internal teams within Stealth Communications and external partners, including the US Government, on electro-optical matters.
  • Recognized for expertise in electro-optical systems, particularly in ground and space-based space object surveillance and identification (SOSI), covering visual, near-infrared, and infrared spectral regimes, as well as the integration, testing, and calibration of these systems.
  • Provides technical guidance to Stealth's systems engineering division on the development and procurement of optical payload systems, ensuring projects align with strategic goals.
  • Utilizes advanced technologies and scientific principles to innovate in the field of electro-optical systems.
  • Acquires comprehensive knowledge of system requirements for assigned projects and the design specifications meeting these needs.
  • Manages the design and creation of optical payload systems and their components.
  • Aids in formulating operational concepts and strategies for electro-optical systems for government clients.
  • Conducts and oversees studies on system performance, design optimization, and system design evaluations.
  • Advocates for rigorous engineering practices in research and development activities, emphasizing technical risk management.
  • Monitors acquisitions, focusing on electro-optical payload system components, to ensure cohesive system integration and fulfillment of mission objectives.
  • Prepares and delivers documentation and presentations to update stakeholders on project status and to facilitate discussions with government and industry representatives.
  • Designs and executes tests to confirm the optical, mechanical, and electrical integrity of electro-optical system components.
  • Analyzes test data from space electro-optical systems, leading efforts to investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
  • Capable of independent work and collaboration within a diverse and multidisciplinary team, including scientists, engineers, business professionals, and ex-military personnel.


Qualifications

  • Required: An active, transferable TS/SCI CI Poly U.S. government-issued security clearance prior to commencement.
  • A Master’s degree in Science / Applied Photonics.
  • A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in electro-optical sensors and systems, covering UV, visual, near-infrared, and infrared spectral regimes, with a focus on analysis, design, development, fabrication, integration, testing, and operations. Candidates with at least ten (10) years of relevant experience will also be considered.
  • Profound knowledge of electro-optic processing, characterization, and testing, alongside familiarity with the supporting electronics and calibration processes related to electro-optical systems.
  • A solid foundation in various optical systems, encompassing those with passive and active control elements.

  • Photonics/Optical Sensors Scientist

    4 weeks ago

    Pensacola, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    The Photonics/Optical Sensors Scientist serves as the definitive expert in optics, optical sensors, and optical systems, guaranteeing precise representation of these elements' capabilities, development, testing, operations, and processing in technical dialogues. This role involves contributing to the development and execution of studies, analyses,...

  • Photonics/Optical Sensors Scientist

    3 months ago

    Pensacola, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    The Photonics/Optical Sensors Scientist serves as the definitive expert in optics, optical sensors, and optical systems, guaranteeing precise representation of these elements' capabilities, development, testing, operations, and processing in technical dialogues. This role involves contributing to the development and execution of studies, analyses,...

  • Photonics/Optical Sensors Scientist

    3 months ago

    Pensacola, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    The Photonics/Optical Sensors Scientist serves as the definitive expert in optics, optical sensors, and optical systems, guaranteeing precise representation of these elements' capabilities, development, testing, operations, and processing in technical dialogues. This role involves contributing to the development and execution of studies, analyses,...

  • Electro-Optical Systems Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Pensacola, Florida, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Job Title: Photonics/Optical Sensors ScientistThe Photonics/Optical Sensors Scientist plays a pivotal role in advancing the field of electro-optical systems, ensuring the development, testing, and operations of these systems meet the highest standards of precision and innovation. This position requires a deep understanding of optics, optical sensors, and...

  • Electro-Optical Systems Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Pensacola, Florida, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Job Title: Photonics/Optical Sensors ScientistThe Photonics/Optical Sensors Scientist is a highly specialized role that requires expertise in optics, optical sensors, and optical systems. This position involves contributing to the development and execution of studies, analyses, algorithms, models, simulations, and other technical projects and endeavors as...

  • Optical Systems Research Scientist

    2 months ago

    Pensacola, Florida, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    The Optical Systems Research Scientist is a pivotal authority in the realm of optics, optical sensors, and systems, ensuring an accurate portrayal of their functionalities, development, testing, operations, and processing in technical discussions. This role is integral to the advancement and implementation of studies, analyses, algorithms, models,...

  • Optical Systems Research Scientist

    2 months ago

    Pensacola, Florida, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    The Optical Systems Research Scientist is a pivotal authority in the realm of optics, optical sensors, and related systems, ensuring accurate representation of their functionalities, development, testing, and operational processes in technical discussions. This role encompasses contributions to the formulation and implementation of studies, analyses,...

  • Electro-Optical Systems Scientist

    2 months ago

    Pensacola, Florida, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Job SummaryThe Electro-Optical Systems Scientist will serve as the definitive expert in optics, optical sensors, and optical systems, guaranteeing precise representation of these elements' capabilities, development, testing, operations, and processing in technical dialogues.This role involves contributing to the development and execution of studies,...

  • Electro-Optical Systems Specialist

    1 month ago

    Pensacola, Florida, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Electro-Optical Systems SpecialistStealth Communications is seeking an experienced Electro-Optical Systems Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our engineering division, you will be responsible for the development and execution of studies, analyses, algorithms, models, simulations, and other technical projects related to electro-optical...

  • Lead Quantum Cryptography Researcher

    2 months ago

    Pensacola, Florida, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Stealth Communications is on the lookout for multiple postdoctoral researchers dedicated to enhancing our quantum-secure communication protocols and systems, merging the realms of post-quantum and quantum cryptography. This position encompasses both theoretical exploration and practical experimentation on Stealth's advanced quantum optical testbed, which...

  • Lead Quantum Cryptography Researcher

    2 months ago

    Pensacola, Florida, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Stealth Communications is on the lookout for multiple postdoctoral researchers to propel our quantum-secure communication protocols and systems, bridging the realms of post-quantum and quantum cryptography. This position merges theoretical exploration with practical experimentation on Stealth's quantum optical testbed, extending over 5000 km, including land...

  • Lead Quantum Cryptography Researcher

    2 months ago

    Pensacola, Florida, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Stealth Communications is on the lookout for multiple postdoctoral researchers dedicated to enhancing our quantum-secure communication protocols and systems, situated at the confluence of post-quantum and quantum cryptography. This position merges theoretical exploration with practical experimentation on Stealth's advanced quantum optical testbed, which...

  • Senior Quantum Cryptographer

    2 weeks ago

    pensacola, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Stealth Communications is seeking multiple postdoctoral researchers to advance our quantum-secure communication protocols and systems, at the intersection of post-quantum and quantum cryptography. This role combines theoretical research and practical experimentation on Stealth's quantum optical testbed (~5000 km: land + subsea assets), pushing the boundaries...

  • Senior Quantum Cryptographer

    3 months ago

    Pensacola, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Stealth Communications is seeking multiple postdoctoral researchers to advance our quantum-secure communication protocols and systems, at the intersection of post-quantum and quantum cryptography. This role combines theoretical research and practical experimentation on Stealth's quantum optical testbed (~5000 km: land + subsea assets), pushing the boundaries...

  • Senior Quantum Cryptographer

    2 weeks ago

    Pensacola, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Stealth Communications is seeking multiple postdoctoral researchers to advance our quantum-secure communication protocols and systems, at the intersection of post-quantum and quantum cryptography. This role combines theoretical research and practical experimentation on Stealth's quantum optical testbed (~5000 km: land + subsea assets), pushing the boundaries...

  • Senior Quantum Cryptographer

    3 months ago

    Pensacola, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Stealth Communications is seeking multiple postdoctoral researchers to advance our quantum-secure communication protocols and systems, at the intersection of post-quantum and quantum cryptography. This role combines theoretical research and practical experimentation on Stealth's quantum optical testbed (~5000 km: land + subsea assets), pushing the boundaries...

  • Computer Scientist – Military – Relocation Available

    3 months ago

    Pensacola, United States JT4 Full time

    JT4 is hiring a Computer Scientist III for their JSE (Joint Simulation Environment) located onsite on Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada.The primary purpose of this position is to provide software development related to modeling and simulation systems that support developmental and operation test and evaluation (DT&E and OT&E) test programs. These systems...

  • Senior Quantum Cryptographer

    4 weeks ago

    Pensacola, Florida, United States Stealth Communications Full time

    Job Title: Senior Quantum CryptographerStealth Communications is seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantum Cryptographer to join our team of experts in advancing quantum-secure communication protocols and systems. As a key member of our research team, you will be responsible for conducting advanced research in lattice-based cryptography, designing and...