Engineer (Electro-Optical)

Job Summary

An organization is seeking an Electro-Optical Engineer (Journeyman) to support advanced aircraft research, development, testing, and evaluation initiatives. This role focuses on designing, testing, and maintaining electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems, supporting complex defense-related test environments and mission-critical technologies.

What You Can Expect to Do:

• Design, assemble, and maintain EO/IR test setups, including optical labs and laser alignment systems
• Develop and operate target boards for EO/IR sensor evaluation using thermal sources and detectors
• Build and manage simulated EO/IR environments and field-test infrastructures
• Support test planning, execution, documentation, and post-test analysis
• Monitor and integrate systems with aircraft and weapons platforms during testing
• Diagnose and resolve issues in electronic circuitry within EO/IR systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on prototyping and system integration
• Participate in travel for test activities across various defense branches

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or related field
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with EO/IR sensors and associated test equipment
• Experience with EO/IR testing techniques and evaluation criteria
• Familiarity with systems such as DAIRCM and LAIRCM
• Ability to obtain and maintain SAP/SCI access
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Optics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field
• Experience with imaging systems (IR, visible, multi-spectral)
• Experience integrating EO hardware and embedded electronics
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, or C++ for data analysis and automation

Patuxent, Maryland, United States

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