EO/IR Assembly, Integration, & Test (AI&T) Lead
About The Position
The EO/IR Subsystem & Seeker Development Portfolio at Leidos is seeking an EO/IR Assembly, Integration, & Test (AI&T) Lead to support development of advanced electro-optical and infrared sensor systems for defense and aerospace applications. The role leads cross-functional assembly, integration, and testing across electrical, mechanical, and optical domains, contributing to sensor systems designed to improve target detection and tracking. The successful candidate will work with engineers, scientists, and software developers on new and existing solutions for future fielded systems. The position includes developing and executing assembly, integration, and test plans; preparing and carrying out unit build procedures and work instructions; performing system-level testing, calibration, and validation; and resolving multidisciplinary integration issues. The role also supports quality-controlled laboratory and production environments, technical documentation, design and integration reviews, commissioning, acceptance testing, delivery, and manufacturing and production planning. The candidate must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville, Alabama area and must be a U.S. citizen with a final Secret clearance or eligibility to obtain and maintain one.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field, and 4–8 years of prior relevant experience; or a master's degree and 2–6 years of prior relevant experience. Additional education, experience, or training may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Experience in systems integration, specifically involving EO/IR sensor systems or related electro-optical technologies.
- Experience working across multiple engineering disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, and optical.
- Understanding of EO/IR sensor components, including detectors, optics, electronics, and mechanical assemblies.
- Experience with system-level testing, integration procedures, and validation methodologies.
- Proficiency with test equipment and instrumentation relevant to EO/IR systems, such as optical test benches, thermal imaging equipment, and signal analyzers.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Huntsville, Alabama area.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and possess and be able to maintain a final Secret clearance, or meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with infrared sensor technology, seeker systems, and targeting systems.
- Knowledge of thermal management and environmental testing for sensor systems.
- Experience with military standards and regulations related to defense systems, such as MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-461.
- Familiarity with Ubuntu or other Linux-based operating systems.
- Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ for test automation and data analysis.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes including tooling, kitting, quality control, and 5S/Lean.
Responsibilities
- Lead assembly of EO/IR sensor systems, coordinating across electrical, mechanical, and optical engineering disciplines.
- Interface with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware, software, and optical components.
- Develop and execute assembly, integration, and test plans for complex sensor systems, ensuring compliance with performance specifications and requirements.
- Prepare, review, and execute unit build procedures and work instructions in adherence to a low-rate production build schedule.
- Conduct system-level testing, calibration, and validation of EO/IR sensors in laboratory and field environments.
- Ensure laboratory and production environments meet military standards and regulations for quality control, FOD control, ESD protection, and related requirements (AS9100).
- Troubleshoot and resolve multidisciplinary integration issues spanning electrical, mechanical, thermal, and optical domains.
- Manage technical interfaces between subsystems, including detectors, optics, electronics, and mechanical assemblies.
- Document integration processes, test procedures, test results, and technical specifications for project records.
- Participate in design and integration reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support system commissioning, acceptance testing, and delivery activities.
- Support manufacturing and production planning.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
