nou Systems, Inc. · 3 months ago
Optical Engineer – Lead
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $165K/yr
7+ years expNou Systems Inc. is a 100% ESOP company that values teamwork and collaboration, providing products and services with data-driven insights for defense systems. They are seeking a highly skilled Optical Engineer to serve as a subject matter expert for optical sensor systems, ensuring mission readiness, providing engineering expertise, and guiding modernization strategies for the U.S. Army Reagan Test Site.
ConsultingGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as RTS’s optical systems SME, representing nSI in collaboration with RTS leadership, the Prime Contractor, and MIT/LL
Monitor performance and readiness of high-resolution visible and infrared sensors paired with 24-inch class apertures on two-axis gimbal mounts
Ensure optical systems achieve stringent metric accuracy and signature data collection requirements for missile and space missions
Provide independent technical assessment and recommendations on upgrades, risks, and technology roadmaps
Support mission planning, real-time execution, and post-mission analysis with expert optical engineering input
Inform CONOPS development and operational changes to optimize performance and resiliency
Collaborate across radar, telemetry, and instrumentation teams for integrated mission success
Track emerging optical technologies and assess applicability to RTS operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
7+ years of relevant experience with advanced optical systems, visible/infrared sensors, or tracking instrumentation
Proven expertise in optical system design, calibration, and performance characterization
Strong systems engineering background with ability to assess requirements, readiness, and mission risks
Experience working in joint environments with government, contractor, and laboratory partners
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
Preferred
Experience with test ranges, missile defense, or space tracking operations
Familiarity with radar-optical integration and distributed control architectures
Ability to lead technically without direct operational control of systems
Strong communication and collaboration skills across multi-organization teams
Benefits
Competitive Wages
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Medical plan with Health Savings Account eligibility
Company-funded Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Personal Time Off, Vacation, and Paid Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Norton LifeLock
Tuition Reimbursement
Personal Development, Technical Learning Opportunities, & Lunch-n-Learns
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Company
nou Systems, Inc.
no Systems is a consultant offering engineering and technical services to the government in Huntsville, Alabama.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Terry Conway
MDA Science & Technology Lead Engineer/Chief Technology Officer
Daniel Landers
Chief Information Officer
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