Staff Focal Plane Array Engineer

ANDURIL INDUSTRIES•Goleta, CA

50d

About The Position

We are looking for an Focal Plane Array Engineer to join our rapidly growing team in Golleta, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for contributing to the full life cycle of infrared products, from technology development to prototyping and production. You will develop requirements and compliant designs, as well as radiometric test and characterization routines for infrared detectors and focal plane array products. This will require expertise in semiconductor device modeling, detector design, and manufacturing, including data analysis. If you are someone who can effectively manage multiple projects, interface with the infrared scientific community, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment, then this role is for you. Your ability to mentor others and support customer interactions will be essential to the success of our infrared programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Material Science, or equivalent
10+ years experience developing infrared detector and focal plane array technologies
Experience with infrared detector and focal plane array requirements definition, test and characterization for prototype and production products
Knowledge of infrared semiconductor wafer processing, focal plane array manufacturing, integrated dewar cool assembly and system product integration
Proficient in programming languages for automated test and data analysis
Exceptional organization and communication skills (both written and oral)
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Masters or PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Material Science, or equivalent
Experience in infrared detector design, approaches for radiation hardening, and 3D heterogeneous integration (3DHI)
Expertise in scientific programming with Python and Matlab programming
Expertise with software tools for modeling and simulation of optoelectronics devices
Demonstrated experience interfacing with infrared scientific and program community for technology development and project execution
Production planning, tracking, and execution experience in AS9100D/IS9001 certified environments and Quality Management Systems

Responsibilities

Contribute to the full life cycle of infrared product from technology development to prototyping and production
Develop requirements, compliant designs and radiometric test and characterization routines for infrared detector and focal plane array product
Semiconductor device modeling, detector design and infrared product manufactuirng and test support including data analysis
Interface with infrared scientific and program community for technology development and project execution
Concurrently manage involvement in multiple projects as an individual contributor, mentor, team lead, supplier or customer interface at various stages of the product lifecycle
Support infrared program capture and customer interface with product concept and specifications, proposal cost, and technical volume writing
Work closely with other electrical, mechanical, softate, firmware, and test test engineerings for component selection, troubleshooting, and delivery of fully functional products
Work in a fast-paced environment supporting new developments, production, active deployments, and customer hardware

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
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.
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.
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.
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Available depending on role eligibility.
Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
Pension plan with employer match.
Superannuation plan.