Mid-Level Electro-Optical Engineer

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

About The Position

Space Dynamics Laboratory’s (SDL) Civil & Commercial Space Division is seeking a mid-level Electro-Optical Engineer to join our engineering team in the development of space sensor systems operating in the ultra-violet to far-infrared. The selected candidate should have a broad understanding of the design, development, test, and fielding of complex space electro-optical systems. The Civil & Commercial Space Division is at the forefront of scientific research and space exploration. We equip major Government and commercial missions with calibrated state-of-the-art sensors and satellites. We also provide world-class AI&T technologies and mission management. Our projects include challenges across planetary science, Earth observation, heliophysics, and astrophysics. Be part of a team that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in space and contributes to monumental scientific discoveries.

Requirements

Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an appropriate field (e.g. optical sciences, optical engineering, optomechanical engineering, engineering physics, applied physics)
5-14 years relevant full-time work experience with a bachelor’s degree, or 3-12 years with a master’s degree, or 0-8 years with a PhD
Experience performing optical design and analysis, or experience performing optical alignment of imaging, non-imaging or LASER systems including all optical elements such as mirrors, lenses, filters, gratings, baffles, stops, and detectors, or experience performing optical image quality testing including wave-front error measurement
Knowledge of thermal, mechanical, and space environment effects of optical system
Understanding of interferometry, tools, and applications
Knowledge of radiometry and radiometric modeling principles
Demonstrated strong work ethic and integrity
Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to communicate clearly with personnel of varying technical and professional backgrounds
Experience writing technical papers and procedures
Ability to effectively work both individually and within a team environment
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to lead small teams to complete projects or proposal efforts
Ability to provide leadership and mentoring to junior Engineers

Nice To Haves

Ability to lead a small team in one or more of the following: optical design, optical alignment, stray light, optical testing, and/or calibration of optical systems
Experienced user of computer aided optical design and modeling tools such as Zemax, CODE V, or FRED
Experienced user of MATLAB or Python
Demonstrated experience with optical component tolerancing, specifying, and external vendor fabrication management
Demonstrated capability in managing vendor sub-contracts including lens and mirror fabrication and optical coatings

Responsibilities

Designs, develops, modifies, and evaluates optical systems
Performs optical analysis including tolerance analysis
Performs optical alignment
Performs integration and test planning of optical systems
Develops detailed optical element drawings
Evaluates vendor capabilities to provide required products or services
Works with vendors to stay current in fabrication techniques and capabilities
Vendors sub-contract management including lens and mirror fabrication and optical coatings
Performs optical metrology
Supports system-level testing and verification
Supports proposals for new optical instrument projects
Collaborates across engineering disciplines, including mechanical, thermal, electrical, systems, contamination, calibration, and quality
Interfaces with technical support personnel, Technical Writers, Engineering Technicians, and Program Managers as required
Ability to provide leadership and mentoring to junior Engineers
May take a leadership role in design reviews and larger proposal efforts