ElectroOptical Engineer

Applied Optimization (AO) Job Description

Job Title: Electro-Optical Engineer Reports to: Principal Scientist

FLSA Status: Full-Time (Exempt) Department: Space Science

Position Objective:

Perform research and provide technical support in electro-optics design and development. Perform background research to support proposal writing. Coordinate activities with respect to the diverse team of engineers, IT and technical writing staff to support the project and the proposal work.

Essential Functions:

Design, model, analyze, and test optical and electro-optical/photonics systems using commercial, off-the-shelf hardware

Conduct research and development in complex optical systems; apply the research to achieve required optical system performance

Develop system and component specifications, tolerances, simulations and test procedures; modeling/optimization of sensor performance in optical conditions

Perform opto-mechanical system design, test, and installation

Develop alignment and test plans and procedures for developed/installed systems

Troubleshoot alignment of optical systems in place for research; provide error analysis, analyze test data, produce written optical system technical reports

Provide technical support in the selection of small business research proposals to the DoD

Write and submit research proposals

Provide liaison to academic communities providing electro-optical and photonic research

Conduct laser safety training as required

Ensure accuracy and follow documentation procedures for all work; maintain notebook of daily activities and provide weekly report of work

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree or higher related to the field of optics or electro-optics with a superior academic record

Experience/proficiency with scientific programming in Matlab, Python, or C++

Experience/proficiency with Zemax or other ray tracing software

Attention to detail and effective time and schedule management skills

Effective organizing, planning, debugging, and problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt within a small team to support evolving customer requirements

Ability to execute instructions and communication in written, oral, and diagram form

Demonstrated strong writing, fact-gathering, and analytical skills

Basic computer and software skills including but not necessarily limited to Microsoft Office products (e.g., Outlook, Word, and Power Point)

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD graduate related to the field of optics, electro-optics, or photonics

College cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.5 or higher

Citizenship/Security Clearance Requirements:

U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder

May be required to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Security Clearance

Employment Structure:

In-office attendance; remote work is not available at this time

About Us: Applied Optimization is a growing organization located in Fairborn, OH. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary that is commensurate with qualifications and a comprehensive benefits package. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Find out more about us at www.appliedo.com.

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