Lead Optical Space Communications Engineer

Fibertek Inc; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive and incentivized compensation package

Excellent benefits

Progressive learning environment

Job summary

A leading developer of laser and optical systems in Herndon, VA, is seeking a Senior Optical Communications Engineer. This role involves designing and building optical space terminals and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to support NASA and DOD missions. Candidates should have an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics, along with at least seven years of hands-on experience in optical systems. A competitive compensation package with excellent benefits is offered in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in optical systems.
• Ability to lead hardware builds for space flight applications.
• Experience with high-speed electrical circuits and RF systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and build optical space terminals.
• Coordinate a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Support design and qualification of laser communication systems.

Skills

Hands-on design and building of optical systems

Knowledge of telecommunications standards

Experience with modeling and simulation tools

Strong communication skills

Ability to develop innovative solutions

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Tools

MATLAB

MATHCAD

ZEMAX

Job description

A leading developer of laser and optical systems in Herndon, VA, is seeking a Senior Optical Communications Engineer. This role involves designing and building optical space terminals and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to support NASA and DOD missions. Candidates should have an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Physics, along with at least seven years of hands-on experience in optical systems. A competitive compensation package with excellent benefits is offered in a collaborative work environment.