Penn State University · 4 hours ago
Optical Systems Engineer - FREEPORT, PA
Electro-Optics Center in Freeport, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$123K/yr - $220K/yr
14+ years expPenn State University is seeking an experienced Optical Systems Engineer to join their Electro-Optics and Electronics Division. The role involves supporting imaging and other electro-optical system development programs, working with a multi-disciplinary team to perform applied research and development projects.
Higher Education
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Be responsible for novel and complex optical designs from concept through deployment
Design and tolerance optical lens systems to meet performance requirements
Perform analysis to validate performance of optical systems – stray light, thermal, MTF, distortion, vignetting, etc
Collaborate with other team members on: opto-mechanical designs, athermalization, imaging sensors, alignment, image processing, prototyping, test, analysis, and evaluation
Support field-testing of imaging systems
Contribute to proposals, reports, and presentations
Perform systems engineering, project planning, budgeting, and scheduling
Lead other engineers in day-to-day tasking to satisfy stakeholder’s requirements and expectations
Provide technical leadership within the department for imaging and EO programs and initiatives
Independently manage multiple and/or large electro-optic projects
Develop and propose solutions for new applications
Plan, organize, and lead field tests events
Perform the role of Trusted Agent to the government to assess and validate state-of-the art EO systems and solutions from the Defense Industrial Base
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
14+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Research and Development Engineer - Senior Professional)
19+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Research and Development Engineer - Principal Professional)
Proficient in design of optics for imaging applications including infrared
Substantial experience with optical design and analysis software (Zemax, CODE V, Trace Pro, FRED, etc.)
Knowledge of current coating and optics fabrication techniques and limitations
Strong knowledge of optical assembly and alignment methods
Good working knowledge of physics, electro-mechanical devices and imaging sensors
Ability to obtain a government security clearance
Successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies
U.S. citizenship
Preferred
Design, analysis, and test of complete imaging systems
Knowledge of various focal plane arrays types, imaging sensors, camera specifications, and video interfaces
Real-time image processing
Radiometry (analysis and laboratory measurements), development of link budgets, prediction of sensor response, and image quality metrics
Microcontroller programming
Software tools for instrument control, data analysis, and image processing (LabVIEW, MATLAB, ImageJ, Python, Open CV, etc.)
Infrared systems design and performance test methods
Developing and fielding optical systems for military applications
Laser systems
Specification and use of optical components such as dichroic filters, polarizers, beam splitters, lasers, fast steering mirrors, and shutters
Lab instrumentation and tools such as oscilloscopes, integrating spheres, spectroradiometers, interferometers, light sources, motion stages
Statistical analysis tools and methods to establish measurement uncertainty
Opto-mechanical design techniques leveraging mechanical design tools such as SOLIDWORKS
Specifying, using, and tuning motion control systems
Sensors for the measurement of physical properties (IMUs, ultrasonic, proximity, photoelectric, temperature, etc.) and signal conditioning methods
Designing to meet military or automotive environmental and reliability requirements
LiDAR principals and devices
Knowledge of machine vision algorithms and image processing techniques
Security clearance preferred; current eligibility for access to classified information at the secret level or higher and maybe subject to government background investigation to upgrade clearance, eligibility if required
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Robust retirement plans
Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
Generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
Company
Penn State University
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Funding
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