Job Responsibilities Design, build, and test laser modules and sub-systems from UV to LWIR

Contribute to requirements development and perform laser architecture trade studies

Perform optical design and tolerance analysis using sequential and non-sequential Zemax

Perform supplementary analysis using Python, MATLAB, or Excel

Develop laser and build station alignment procedures

Identify and propose mitigation of technical risks

Design, build, and validate optical alignment and laser test stations

Perform initial laser builds and write characterization reports

Perform Design Verification Testing (DVT) of engineering units

Write internal reports and contribute to external publications and invention disclosures

Evaluate failure modes, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions for products withemphasis on optics and opto-mechanics

Interact effectively and efficiently on small integrated product teams

Coordinate with manufacturing, supply chain, project management, and customers The Ideal Candidate will have:

Expert-level knowledge of Zemax OpticStudio and laser optical system design experience

Understanding of image processing and laser beam metrology

Experience with electro-optic and opto-electronic components and modules

Experience with electronic test equipment for time-domain and frequency-domain measurements

Experience with control theory, signal processing, and RF electronics

Understanding of mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical designs and components, and their interactions in a system to meet performance requirements

Experience with transfer to production of complex optical or laser systems

Appreciation and practice for engineering process rigor appropriately applied based on product & processmaturity

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years of experience

Fluency in technologies and application domain

Ability to lead a technical group independently The pay scale for this position is $116,786/year - $181,311/year. The pay scale information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the pay scale for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic locations, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.