Junior Opto-Mechanical Engineer - EOIR Imaging

QinetiQ US; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

QinetiQ US is seeking a new-grad opto-mechanical engineer to assist with electro-optic/ infrared imaging sensor system design, laboratory characterization, and prototype integration. You will help bridge optical design and mechanical engineering to build rugged structures and mounts for optical components.

You will work with EOIR imaging subassemblies, support testing and transition to manufacturing, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver production-ready solutions for defense programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in optical or mechanical engineering or related field.
• Understanding of opto-mechanical systems and mounts that hold optical components.
• Knowledge of EOIR subsystems: cameras, optics, windows, lasers.
• Knowledge of opto-mechanical design and fabrication.
• Willing to travel up to 10% to QinetiQ sites and customer locations; eligible for DOD clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior optical engineer in design of multi-band EOIR imaging subsystems and laser subassemblies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams through product lifecycle from concept to sustainment.
• Support testing, validation, and transition to manufacturing.
• Design/test stations and alignment tools for lab work.
• Perform thermal and shock analyses and mechanical housing design.

Skills

Opto-mechanical systems

CAD software

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in optical or mechanical engineering

Tools

Optical/Mechanical CAD software

Job description

QinetiQ US is seeking a new-grad opto-mechanical engineer to assist with electro-optic/ infrared imaging sensor system design, laboratory characterization, and prototype integration. You will help bridge optical design and mechanical engineering to build rugged structures and mounts for optical components.

You will work with EOIR imaging subassemblies, support testing and transition to manufacturing, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver production-ready solutions for defense programs.