Optical Systems Engineer

14 hours ago

Freeport, Maine, United States Penn State University Talent Acquisition Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Optical Engineer to join our team at Penn State University's Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) in Freeport, PA. The successful candidate will support the development of high-energy laser and electro-optical systems for various applications.

Responsibilities
  • Design, assemble, and align opto-mechanical components and sub-systems for state-of-the-art HEL and imaging systems.
  • Analyze and troubleshoot optical designs using 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, and work with vendors on requirements and manufacture-ability.
  • Familiarity with laser beam and sensor performance in real-world optical conditions, using physical optical modeling tools.
  • 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 novel electro-optical systems.
  • Support operationalization of techniques through data analysis, lab experimentation, and field-testing activities.
  • Assist in new concept developments, analyzing alternatives independently and applying engineering techniques and procedures.
  • Manage projects of small or moderate size and scope, making substantial contributions.
Requirements
  • Minimally requires a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Science discipline plus five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Additional experience and/or education are required for higher-level positions.
  • Eligibility for Secret Clearance.
  • Travel, at times up to 50%, will be required/expected to support programs.
Preferred Qualifications
  • A Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, or a related field is highly desired.
  • An 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.
  • Ability to design and optimize optical systems utilized for HEL and imaging systems.
  • Knowledge of current optics fabrication techniques and limitations.
  • Knowledge of optical component specification and subsystem level requirements for vendors.

This position will be filled at the advanced or senior professional level, depending upon the successful candidate's education and experience.

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