EO/IR Engineer

EOS Defense Systems USA•Huntsville, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

EOS Defense Systems USA is hiring an Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Engineer to support the development, integration, testing, and sustainment of advanced EO/IR sensor systems for defense and aerospace applications. The role involves working with multidisciplinary engineering teams to design, analyze, and evaluate optical, infrared, imaging, tracking, and targeting systems. The engineer will contribute to system performance testing, data analysis, technical documentation, and product development, gaining experience with military and government-funded programs. This is an on-site position at the company’s facility, with occasional travel to customer sites, test facilities, and field locations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, optical engineering, physics, aerospace engineering, systems engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Three years of engineering experience.
Basic understanding of optics, infrared systems, sensors, imaging systems, or related technologies.
Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, testing methodologies, and data analysis techniques.
U.S. citizenship required due to government contract requirements.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Experience involving optics, imaging systems, sensors, robotics, defense systems, or aerospace technologies.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Knowledge of military systems, targeting systems, surveillance systems, or remote sensing technologies.

Responsibilities

Support the design, development, integration, and testing of EO/IR systems and related subsystems.
Assist with laboratory and field testing of optical, infrared, imaging, and sensor technologies.
Collect, analyze, and interpret test data to evaluate system performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Participate in environmental, qualification, verification, and validation testing activities.
Assist with sensor performance modeling, simulation, and analysis.
Support troubleshooting and root cause investigations for system anomalies and technical issues.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, engineering drawings, procedures, and documentation.
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, systems, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams.
Support customer demonstrations, technical reviews, and design reviews as required.
Ensure engineering activities comply with applicable military standards, customer requirements, and company processes.
Maintain configuration management and documentation control practices throughout product development activities.
Travel occasionally to customer sites, test facilities, and field locations.