Optical Design Engineer

Ierus-Technologies,-Inc.; West Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Retirement options

Benefits package

Job summary

IERUS Technologies is seeking a self-motivated Optical Design Engineer to build and perform integration and evaluation of electro-optical sensor systems. This role involves significant hands‑on laboratory work and collaboration with the team during sensor development.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in Optics/Engineering/Physics with 5+ years in aerospace/defense, strong design and analysis skills, and proficiency in Zemax or CODE V, MATLAB/Python. U.S.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have a strong background in optical system design and tolerance analysis.
• Experience with optical materials and optical experiments is required.
• Proficiency with Zemax or CODE V and data analysis tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Build and perform integration and evaluation of electro-optical sensor systems.
• Conduct hands-on laboratory work and collaborate with team members during sensor development.
• Position contingent on funding and security clearance eligibility.

Skills

Optical design

Tolerance analysis

Optical materials

Zemax CODE V

MATLAB Python

Optical experiments

Documentation

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optics/Engineering/Physics

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Zemax

CODE V

Python

MATLAB

Job description

IERUS specializes in technology research, testing, and implementation with core competencies in electromagnetics phenomenology, computational analytics (algorithm acceleration and machine learning), and weapon system engineering. IERUS develops value for our defense and commercial customers through accelerations of the technology life cycle: identifying, creating, transitioning, and producing technologies with integrity of purpose and product. IERUS offers competitive compensation packages, retirement options, and benefits packages. To learn more, please visit www.ierustech.com.

IERUS participates in projects that address weapon systems engineering and the application of advanced machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) techniques as well as RF/Optical hardware prototyping and low rate production. We generally seek to apply agile development fundamentals across our corporate portfolio to accelerate technology development timelines. The end goal being early discovery, accelerated development, and high customer engagement.

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

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.

IERUS Technologies participates in E-Verify.