Electro-Optical Systems Engineer - R&D & Sensing

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Medical and dental coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab is seeking an Electro-Optical Engineer in Laurel, Maryland. This role involves conducting analyses and designing complex electro-optical systems. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and experience in electro-optical instruments. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, retirement contributions, and education assistance. The pay range for this position is between $100,000 and $290,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in analysis, design, development, or testing of electro‑optical instruments or sensors.
• Demonstrated strengths in understanding and solving sophisticated technical problems.
• Availability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of electro‑optical sensors and systems.
• Design, simulate, analyze, prototype, and test optical systems and sensors.
• Develop and maintain optical test equipment for systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, optics, physics, mathematics, or a related field

MS or PhD in a relevant technical field

Tools

Radiometric/photometric modeling software

Optical test equipment

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab is seeking an Electro-Optical Engineer in Laurel, Maryland. This role involves conducting analyses and designing complex electro-optical systems. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and experience in electro-optical instruments. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, retirement contributions, and education assistance. The pay range for this position is between $100,000 and $290,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.