Senior Optical Integration & Test Engineer, EagleEye

Anduril Industries•Bellevue, WA

19h

About The Position

ABOUT THE TEAM Our Warfighter Systems division is pioneering a future where mixed reality (MR), creates immersive, intuitive, and life-saving technologies. By seamlessly integrating real-time data with cutting-edge visualization tools, we are empowering warfighters with unparalleled situational awareness, enhanced training experiences, and operational superiority. This team is consistently pushing the boundaries of what's possible, and shaping a future where technology and defense unite to protect our nation. More details on our EagleEye program WHAT YOU’LL DO Perform assembly, integration and test for novel optical systems Work with optical suppliers to procure optical elements, including regular status updates, technical oversight, acceptance test verification, and anomaly resolutions. Generate hardware assembly and alignment plans and procedures Align optical systems with equipment including autocollimators, alignment telescopes, interferometers, lens alignment stations, and various other mechanical methods Manage integration and test vendors to successfully scale production of complex display assemblies. Develop and review test setups, procedures, and data to transition products and systems from R&D to production Evaluate and analyze prototype and production optical system performance errors to determine root cause Interface with test and evaluation teams to qualify optical performance through lab and field testing.

Requirements

BS in Optical Engineering, related field or equivalent experience
Experience with delivering complex opto-mechanical systems in the workforce
Knowledge of how electro-optical systems are designed, specified, developed, manufactured, and tested
Experience with optical tolerancing, athermalization evaluation, lens manufacturing methods, and drawing standards
Knowledge and experience laboratory testing including optical component testing experience (spectral transmission, interferometry, etc.), optical system alignment and testing (EE, MTF, PSF, etc.), and opto-electrical system modeling
Demonstrated experience in the integration, test, and performance requirements verification and validation of optical systems
Experience in prototype and production development, including testing and demonstration
Experience with optical design and analysis software (Zemax or CODE V)

Nice To Haves

MS in Optical Science or Optical Engineering
Demonstrated first principles approach to complex opto-mechanical problems
Knowledge of image quality metrics and data analysis methods
Experience with the design, analysis and development of diffraction limited imaging systems in dynamic environments
Demonstrated team leadership experience and mentoring of junior staff
Knowledge of common materials used in infrared optical systems and limitations of fabrication methods of optics (molded, polished, diamond turned) as well as micro structures

Responsibilities

Perform assembly, integration and test for novel optical systems
Work with optical suppliers to procure optical elements, including regular status updates, technical oversight, acceptance test verification, and anomaly resolutions.
Generate hardware assembly and alignment plans and procedures
Align optical systems with equipment including autocollimators, alignment telescopes, interferometers, lens alignment stations, and various other mechanical methods
Manage integration and test vendors to successfully scale production of complex display assemblies.
Develop and review test setups, procedures, and data to transition products and systems from R&D to production
Evaluate and analyze prototype and production optical system performance errors to determine root cause
Interface with test and evaluation teams to qualify optical performance through lab and field testing.

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits
US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection : Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off : Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.