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Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) · 20 hours ago

Laser Engineer

Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking to hire a Laser Engineer to join a high performing and dynamic team. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to develop high-fidelity physics-based models and simulations, execute hardware tests, and analyze data to verify model performance.

Information Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in developing physics-based models/simulations

Executing hardware tests/data collects

Applying data analysis to verify the performance of models

Design and implementation of laboratory-based and/or field-based setups for characterizing sensors and laser systems

Evaluating/testing prototype hardware performance

Investigating relevant optical phenomena

Concept and requirements development

Design trades

Independent performance assessment

Post-test data analysis

Qualification

Laser physicsProgramming MatlabProgramming CProgramming PythonHigh-energy laser systemsModelingSimulationsSensor technologiesData analysisOptical alignmentAtmospheric distortion mitigationSecurity ClearanceCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering or physics with 10+ years of relevant experience, Master's degree with 8+ years, or PhD with 6+ years

Active Security Clearance is required with the ability to get TS/SC

Proficiency in programming languages and tools for developing simulations, analyzing data, and automating laboratory setups (Matlab, Simulink, C, C++, Python)

Experience with software development for physics-based modeling and algorithm implementation

In-depth understanding of laser physics, including light-matter interactions, laser beam characteristics, and system-level applications in defense technologies

Experience with high-energy laser systems and their integration into larger systems

Expertise in modeling and analyzing laser beam propagation through various atmospheric conditions, including turbulence, absorption, and scattering effects

Familiarity with tools and techniques for mitigating atmospheric distortions

Knowledge of sensor technologies, including electro-optical (EO) and infrared (IR) systems, and their use in detecting and characterizing laser signals

Experience in sensor calibration, performance evaluation, and data collection

Proficiency in developing mid- to high-fidelity models and simulations for laser systems and subsystems used in Department of Defense (DoD) applications

Ability to validate models using experimental data and apply them to system performance assessments