Electro-Optical and Infrared Engineer with Security ...

Job ID 9273B WASHINGTON D.C. AREA The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a mid to senior career, highly skilled EO/IR systems engineer to perform detailed design and analysis of electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems and subsystems for space applications. At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and fantastic benefits, including: * Flexible work schedules that fit your style-every Friday off, every other Friday off, hybrid remote work, or simply traditional hours * Generous paid leisure and sick leave, ensuring you never miss a special event * A 14.2% employer retirement contribution into a 401(a) account-no matching required! * Favorable company locations with average commute times of less than 15 minutes * Utah State University undergraduate tuition discounts of 50%, full reimbursement for graduate tuition, and free course audits for employees and dependents meeting eligibility requirements * High-quality, low-cost health, dental, and life insurance * A great, highly educated team that works together to solve some of the most fascinating problems on (and off) our planet * We are a growing company that maintains both a family feel and high retention rate with over 90% job satisfaction * Relocation assistance available for most positions Candidates should possess significant expertise in three or more of the following areas: * Possess Matlab coding proficiency * Experience with scene generation models such as SSGM, FLITES, ASSET, DRSIG, or JSIG * Experience in design and fabrication of IR sensor space electronics * Performed evaluation of optical design performance given the system optical prescription * Performed stray light and thermal self emissions analyses for infrared optical designs * Experience in using atmospheric radiative transfer models such as MODTRAN or equivalent to predict IR sensor performance in real world conditions * Developed or evaluated target tracking algorithms for either ballistic or maneuvering targets in cluttered backgrounds * Knowledge of Image Science and Image Processing to include image chain analysis and the manipulation of space-based imagery products. Responsibilities will include: * Evaluating designs against mission requirements * Developing technical products to be used by the Government as part of upcoming acquisitions * Conducting technical planning and analysis and supporting all phases of the Systems Engineering process * Working with cross-disciplinary teams on projects that will result in flight hardware * Understanding the DoD design review process (SRR, PDR, CDR, etc.) * Independent evaluation of other vendor concepts, designs and performance * Reducing mission concepts to fundamental elements that can be expressed as requirements * Understanding radiometry, calibration, and estimating EO/IR sensor system performance * Communicating effectively through written reports and presentations * Some travel may be required Required Qualifications: * Masters in mechanical engineering, physics, applied physics, electrical engineering or optical engineering related to remote IR sensing testing and calibration, plus 15 years of experience with EO/IR Systems * Previous sensor calibration experience * Working knowledge of state-of-the-market hardware and software capabilities used in missile defense systems * Ability to work in a fast-paced, initiative-driven environment to quickly prioritize and accomplish technical tasks * Knowledge of systems engineering techniques and their application to large DoD development programs * Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with program management, customers, contractors, and colleagues * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers * Ability to effectively and efficiently operate in a secure DoD environment * Must have an active DoD Secret security clearance and ability to obtain a DoD TS/SCI security clearance * Must be a US citizen * Must be able to travel occasionally to contractor and customer facilities For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact . EOE including Disability and Vet Share Apply

Created: 2025-09-06