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Electro-optic Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

Laurel, MD
5 days ago
$90,000 - $230,000

Job Description

Join Johns Hopkins APL as an Electro-Optical Engineer, where you'll be part of a dynamic team innovating solutions for the nation’s toughest challenges. You'll design and analyze complex electro-optical systems, contributing to critical projects in air and missile defense.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth analysis of electro-optical sensors and systems
  • Design, simulate, analyze, and test optical systems and sensors
  • Develop new test capabilities for optical systems
  • Refine tools, techniques, models, simulations, and algorithms for testing
  • Maintain optical test equipment for seeker and sensor systems
  • Collaborate with project management and peers to address critical defense challenges

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, optics, physics, mathematics, or a related field
  • 5+ years of professional experience in analysis, design, development, or testing of electro-optical instruments or sensors
  • Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation of physical measurements
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication for diverse technical audiences
  • Availability to travel up to 10%
  • Ability to obtain security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • MS or PhD in a relevant technical field
  • Experience in system-level requirement analysis and evaluation of electro-optical sensors
  • Experience with visible and infrared detectors
  • Radiometric/photometric modeling skills
  • Familiarity with interdisciplinary systems including optical, electrical, software, and mechanical engineering
  • Experience in system engineering and project management
  • Experience with integrated software/hardware systems
  • Current Secret, Top Secret, or TS/SCI clearance

Benefits & Perks

Robust education assistance programUnparalleled retirement contributionsHealthy work/life balanceMedical, dental, and vision insuranceLife insuranceShort-term and long-term disabilityFlexible spending accountsPaid time off