Electro-Optical Scientist

DCS Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Corporation in Washington, DC is seeking an Electro-Optical (EO) Scientist to help develop and integrate technologies for Naval ISR applications at the Naval Research Laboratory. The role blends hardware and software development across event-based cameras, infrared and hyperspectral imaging, and machine vision, with emphasis on prototypes, integration with power/data subsystems, and field testing.

Requirements include U.S.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree in a related field.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience.
• Willing to apply for and obtain a DoD clearance.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Willing to travel to test events and conferences.

Responsibilities

• Develop concepts leading to a prototype EO system.
• Integrate hardware with data collection subsystems.
• Create and update ICDs and schematics.
• Test prototype sensors in lab and field environments.

Skills

US Citizenship

DoD clearance eligibility

Laboratory experience

Willingness to travel

Education

PhD or Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

DCS is looking for an Electro-Optical (EO) Scientist to help develop and integrate technologies for use in Naval ISR applications at the Naval Research Laboratory.

Essential Job Functions:

Perform a mix of hardware and software development in implementing systems in these technical areas:

• Event based cameras;
• Temporal processing of imagery;
• Infrared imaging systems;
• Hyperspectral imaging systems and processing;
• Novel optical methods;
• Machine vision processing

Typical tasks include:

• Developing concepts and designs leading to a prototype system.
• Integrating systems with command and control, power, and data collection subsystems.
• Developing and updating design documents such as Interface Control Documents (ICD) and power and communication schematics.
• Testing and evaluating prototype sensors in laboratory and field environments.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

PhD or Master's degree in a related field and 0-3 years of relevant experience.

Must be willing to apply for a DoD clearance and ability to obtain/maintain a clearance.

Experience working in a laboratory environment.

Must be willing to travel to support test events and attend conferences or symposia.

Desired Skills:

Experience with in one or more of the technical areas listed.

Experience modeling system performance, developing system specifications and selecting components.