Optical SATCOM Systems Engineer – Free-Space Optics

Peraton; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Colorado is seeking an Optical Communications Systems Engineering (SE) Expert to design, develop, integrate, and optimize optical SATCOM ground terminal systems.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Optics, 5+ years in optical communications, proficiency in free-space modeling and link analysis, U.S. Citizenship, and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. Join a fast-paced team delivering critical national security capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optics, or related field.
• Must be able to obtain TS/SCI clearance.
• 5+ years in optical communications or photonics with free-space systems.
• Proficient in free-space optical modeling and link analysis.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop concepts of operations for optical SATCOM ground terminals.
• Review and allocate requirements for free-space optical links and terminals.
• Develop performance models including link budgets and atmospheric modeling.
• Provide guidance on deploying optical SATCOM systems.
• Support integration of ground terminals into SATCOM architectures.

Skills

Free-space optical system modeling

Link budget analysis

Organizational skills

US Citizenship

Education

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

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred

Job description

Peraton in Colorado is seeking an Optical Communications Systems Engineering (SE) Expert to design, develop, integrate, and optimize optical SATCOM ground terminal systems.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Optics, 5+ years in optical communications, proficiency in free-space modeling and link analysis, U.S. Citizenship, and the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance. Join a fast-paced team delivering critical national security capabilities.