Optical Design Engineer

IERUS Technologies Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation packages

Retirement options

Employee-focused work culture

Job summary

IERUS Technologies Inc is seeking a self-motivated Optical Design Engineer to engage in the hands-on integration and evaluation of electro-optical sensor systems. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 5 years of experience in the aerospace and defense sectors. Proficiency in optical modeling tools and strong communication skills are essential. Based in Huntsville, AL, the position also requires eligibility for a Secret Security Clearance. Competitive compensation and employee-focused culture are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in aerospace and defense systems.
• Strong background in optical system design and tolerance analysis.
• Experience with optical experiments such as alignment and characterization.

Responsibilities

• Build and perform integration and evaluation of electro-optical sensor systems.
• Conduct hands-on laboratory work during sensor development.
• Collaborate with team members throughout the project.

Skills

Optical system design

Optical materials

Optical modeling tools (Zemax, CODE V)

Data analysis (MATLAB, Python)

Technical communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optics, Engineering, Physics or related

Tools

Zemax

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Company Overview

Since inception in 2010, IERUS has built, systematically grew, and expanded our facilities and capabilities to include complete analysis, design, test, prototyping, and low-rate production capabilities to support defense and commercial needs. IERUS maintains a positive, employee-focused work culture for innovation across the defense life cycle. IERUS’s founders recognized a need for employee-driven innovation in science and engineering that was not possible at previous employers.

We focus on pushing the bounds of science, expediting technology transition, providing an engaging work environment for our employees, and bringing high-value solutions to our customers. In the last decade, IERUS has grown our core competencies in electromagnetics phenomenology, analytical computing, and weapon systems engineering. These competencies are applied across mission areas of Integrated Air and Missile Defense, Strategic Systems, and Unmanned System technologies.

IERUS offers competitive compensation packages, retirement options, and benefits packages.

Job Description

IERUS Technologies is seeking a self-motivated Optical Design Engineer to build and perform integration and evaluation of electro-optical sensor systems. This position involves significant hands‑on laboratory work and interaction with team members during sensor development. The position is also contingent on the award of funding.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Optics, Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 5+ years experience in research, development, production, or operation of aerospace and defense systems.
• Strong background in optical system design, tolerance analysis, and optical materials (5+ years).
• Proficiency in optical modeling tools such as Zemax, CODE V, or similar (2+ years).
• Proficiency in data analysis and reduction in tools such as MATLAB, Python, or similar (2+ years).
• Experience conducting optical experiments (e.g., optical alignment, imaging system characterization, etc.).
• Familiarity with Word, PowerPoint, and/or Excel to author technical documentation.
• Strong interpersonal and technical communication skills.
• Must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain/maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Skills

• Master's degree in Optics, Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• 10+ years experience in optical system design, tolerance analysis, and optical materials (5+ years).
• 5+ years designing, producing, or utilizing opto‑mechanical systems for IR, near IR, or visible spectrum applications.
• Previous experience in a lab and field environment researching and/or testing different optical, electro‑optical, or opto‑mechanical sensors and systems.
• Interest or prior experience in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving optical, mechanical, and electrical issues affecting optical systems.
• Willing and able to work in a clean room.

Location

Huntsville, AL

Equal Opportunity Employer

IERUS Technologies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

E-Verify Participation

IERUS Technologies participates in E-Verify.