PURPOSE/FUNCTION:
Provide technical expertise in supporting existing and new projects in the integration of hardware and software to meet clients’ requirements. Develop unique and advanced visualization, collaborative, and analytical solutions for business, government, and scientific analysis that will be deployed on multiple platforms, including DOD government. The position will involve working on delivering deliverables for project funded work
The Value You Deliver:
- Design electronic circuitry and optical components with specific characteristics to fit within specified mechanical limits and perform according to client specifications.
- Analyze, evaluate and select components and sub-systems for infrared and visible systems; applications include astronomy as well as tactical systems.
- Perform system analysis to determine required performance levels of individual components and end-to-end system performance.
- Apply electro-optic skills and knowledge to create optimized IR system designs.
- Incorporates methods for maintenance and repair of components and designs, and develops test instrumentation and test procedures.
- Work with a team of multi-disciplined engineers to develop and test systems and sub-systems. Bring market and competitor knowledge to help craft technical and programmatic win strategies.
- Provide technical expertise, knowledge, pursuit strategy, and business opportunities relative to the above tasks.
THE EXPERTISE WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
- BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Physics, Optics, Electrical or related engineering field).
- The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of optics, electronics and mechanical designs for telescopes or tactical systems.
- Must be able to obtain a security clearance. Existing secret, top secret, and/or SCI clearance a plus.
- Competent, broad technical knowledge of optical sensor systems, their design, manufacture, and test.
- Experience with focal plane arrays.
- Experience in business development, customer relationships, concept development, and proposal writing is a plus.
- Excellent written and presenting skills, with the ability to clearly and competently convey technical system designs and trades to customers.
