Electro-Optical Design Engineer - Imaging & Infrared Systems

MBDA S.A.S.; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation in Stevenage is seeking an Electro-Optical Design Engineer. The role involves designing and developing Electro-Optical imaging systems and collaborating with a skilled team on complex weapon programs. Candidates should have experience in optical design, with proficiency in tools like Zemax and CAD software. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 and dynamic working arrangements, with a minimum of 3 days on-site per week.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contributions up to 14%

Paid overtime

Flexi Leave up to 15 additional days

Healthcare Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in optical design and related engineering activities.
• Ability to engage with customers and stakeholders.
• Desirable: experience with Engineering Tools like Jira, IBM EWM, and DOORS Next.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Electro-Optical imaging systems.
• Perform optical and opto-mechanical design.
• Engage with a broad range of partners.

Skills

Optical design

Collaboration

Performance modelling

Understanding of optical radiation

CAD tools

Tools

Zemax

PTC Creo

Matlab

Simulink

Jira

Job description

A leading defence organisation in Stevenage is seeking an Electro-Optical Design Engineer. The role involves designing and developing Electro-Optical imaging systems and collaborating with a skilled team on complex weapon programs. Candidates should have experience in optical design, with proficiency in tools like Zemax and CAD software. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 and dynamic working arrangements, with a minimum of 3 days on-site per week.