Optical Communications Engineer

The Pennsylvania State University-posted 2 days ago

Full-time • Mid Level

Onsite • Freeport, PA

5,001-10,000 employees

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We are searching for an Optical Communications Engineer to join our Electro-Optics and Electronics Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. You would join a team advancing the state of the art in multiple areas of electro-optical systems, providing superior technical performance to enhance warfighter capability. This position works out of ARL’s Freeport, PA location. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intelligence Community (IC). FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu .

Perform research and development tasks in optical communications; these include system-based analysis tasks as well as prototype development and testing
Communicate and document results in reports and presentations
Assist with development of proposals for projects
Assist in new concept development
Analyze alternatives independently and apply engineering techniques and procedures to assignments
Lead optical communication-related projects of small or moderate size and scope, making substantial contributions
Engage with government customers to identify opportunities and provide potential solutions that lead to funded projects
Provide technical leadership within the division for optical communications
May chair sessions at technical conferences/meetings
Participate in external seminars, workshops, professional societies and committees
Independently manage multiple and/or large optical communications projects

Five years or more experience in guided (fiber), free-space or under-sea optical communications
Experience in optical system design, especially as it relates to free space and/or fiber optical communication systems
Familiar with communication architectures, systems, protocols, devices, media, and integration
Hands-on prototyping and demonstration of optical and RF components, links, and networks
Interfacing with, collection from, and diagnosis of data from hardware
Ability to clearly communicate, document, and present results
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
5+ years of relevant experience

A Master's degree in Physics or Optical Engineering
Development and understanding of optical communication architectures, systems, protocols, devices, media, and integration
Knowledge of current state-of-the-art systems, optical propagation, laser communications systems and subsystems, especially as they pertain to military applications
Space-based payload and systems experience
End-to-end optical remote sensor development
Current relationships with optical suppliers and familiar with the optics vendor ecosystem
Business development experience with government customers
Project management and leadership
Experience with VPI or OptSim or similar
An active Secret security clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

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