Entry Level Optical Engineer

Amentum•Odon, IN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking an Entry Level Optical Engineer to support the design, integration, and testing of advanced electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems across maritime, airborne, and expeditionary platforms. This position offers hands-on experience working with cutting-edge imaging technologies, sensor payloads and embedded electronics in dynamic, mission-driven environments, while contributing to the development and sustainment of complex sensing systems used in challenging operational conditions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Optical, Photonics, Physics, Electrical, or similar)
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance (interim clearance is required to start).
US Citizenship is required to obtain a secret clearance.
Fundamental knowledge of sensor systems, FPA technologies, or RF systems, including calibration and performance characterization and optimization.
Ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams, technical drawings, and engineering documentation
Familiarity with engineering tools (CAD, simulation, or PCB design tools)
Understanding of testing and validation methodologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a team-oriented, cross-functional environment
Ability to translate complex technical work into clear, concise communication for both technical and non-technical audiences, supporting program reporting and decision making.

Nice To Haves

Active Secret Clearance
Master’s degree in Engineering (Optical, Photonics, Physics, Electrical, or similar)

Responsibilities

Analyze data to validate performance of advanced sensor and imaging systems.
Design, develop, and test sensor systems, including Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) and Focal Plane Array (FPA) based technologies.
Support development and integration of hardware and electronics including FPGA based and RF enabled subsystems.
Build, modify, and integrate sensor prototypes and associated hardware.
Assist in system integration, verification and validation across lab and field environments.
Generate technical documentation including test reports, traceability matrices, design artifacts, etc.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across mechanical, electrical, software, and program disciplines.
Investigate and troubleshoot system performance issues across hardware and software domains.
Select and evaluate components cross sensing, electronic, and optical systems.
Support development and integration of optical and photonic subsystems, including exposure to laser-based technologies.
Assist with integration and field testing of sensor payloads across multiple platforms, including unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).