Optical SATCOM Systems Engineer – Free-Space Optics

Peraton; Aurora (CO); Presencial; USD 104.000 - 166.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

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.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Free-space optical system modeling

Link budget analysis

Organizational skills

US Citizenship

Educación

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

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) preferred

Descripción del empleo

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.