Optical Engineer

4 weeks ago

Freeport, Texas, United States Pennsylvania State University Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Optical Engineer to join our team at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. The successful candidate will work on high-energy laser systems, electro-optical systems, and opto-mechanical systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, assemble, and align opto-mechanical components and sub-systems for state-of-the-art HEL, imaging, and EO systems.
  • Analyze and troubleshoot optical designs utilizing tools such as Zemax, TracePro, Sigfit, MATLAB, and others.
  • Work with mechanical engineering teams to analyze performance over temperature, vibration, and inertial loads.
  • Specify optical parameters and coatings for fabrication; work with vendors on requirements and manufacture-ability.
  • Integrate and test at the component and system level using interferometers, imaging systems, and various data acquisition tools.
  • Conduct field testing of optical systems at sponsor facilities and outdoor test ranges.
  • Contribute to technical efforts in the development of a broad range of novel electro-optical systems.

Requirements:

  • Five years or more experience developing laser and/or electro-optical systems.
  • Hands-on laboratory experience with optical components including lasers, lenses, mirrors, coatings, optical detectors, cameras, and opto-mechanical accessories.
  • Familiarity with optical design software packages such as Zemax, Code V, or Trace Pro.
  • Familiarity with optical materials utilized for HEL and imaging applications over various wavebands.
  • Familiarity with optical instrumentation including interferometers, spectrometers, and detectors.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a related field.
  • Exceptional understanding of opto-mechanics, atmospheric propagation models, and compensation concepts/instrumentation related to high-energy laser applications.
  • Significant experience with optical design software packages and with opto-mechanical design techniques.

Work Environment:

The work environment is at the Electro-Optics & Electronics Division in Freeport, PA. The successful candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

Salary Range:

The salary range for this position is $109,000.00 - $191,000.00, depending on qualifications and experience.

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