Optical Systems Engineer (Mid-Career) El Segundo, CA

Staatliche Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Mannheim; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering team dedicated to advancing space technology as an Optical Systems Engineer. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in optical engineering to develop and validate mission-critical systems that enhance space communications and navigation. Collaborate with a talented group of professionals to design, implement, and test innovative optical hardware that supports autonomous operations in space. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this forward-thinking company offers a vibrant work environment and ample opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the aerospace industry, this is your chance to shine.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Qualifications

• 7+ years in optical engineering with a focus on spaceborne sensors.
• Strong background in modeling, simulation, and calibration of optical systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate requirements for OCTs and EO sensors.
• Design and implement optical systems modeling and simulation.
• Manage complex projects and coordinate supplier performance.

Skills

Optical Engineering

Modeling and Simulation

Laser Communication

Electro-Optical Sensors

Project Management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences

Tools

Optical Hardware Design Tools

Simulation Software

Job description

Company Overview
Millennium Space Systems, A Boeing Company delivers affordable, high-performance space systems for exacting customers. At Millennium, you will be part of a close-knit team working on exciting technological problems. We work in an open environment where ideas are shared across all disciplines, and there are ample opportunities for advancement based on excellence. Superstars are welcome.

At Millennium, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Job Summary

The Optics Team are the subject matter experts relating to all optical systems at Millennium and spanning systems engineering, modeling and simulation, and hardware design/test. They support mission engineering related to the use of optical communications terminals (OCT), optical payloads, star trackers, laser range finders, etc. They are systems engineers managing critical interfaces to optical systems. Members of the team model mission phenomenology and detection performance of EO/IR and optical communications payloads considering the spectral, spatial, and radiometric attributes of the sensor, as well as support development of mission data processing algorithms. In addition to analysis, the team designs and develops optical hardware, including star trackers and sensor packages that support autonomous navigation and docking maneuvers. They work closely with manufacturing, providing optical ground support equipment (GSE), software tools, and test support.

An Optical Systems Engineer possesses a strong background in spaceborne electro-optical sensor technology (visible to infrared; active and passive). You will oversee OCT usage on our programs, ensuring system specifications meet mission needs. You will own mission performance requirements for remote sensing missions and model mission phenomenology and detection performance considering the spectral, spatial, and radiometric attributes of the sensor. You will be the primary interface between the optical payload, space vehicle team, and mission data processing team, managing interfaces between these elements. Successful Optical Systems Engineers have experience with modeling, simulation, analysis, and calibration of optical hardware.

This position's internal job code is Electrophysics Engr/Scientist. Our team is currently hiring for a Level 4.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate mission and unit level requirements for OCTs, electro-optical (EO) sensors, and space vehicle interfaces
• Design and implement modeling and simulation of optical systems
• Develop and execute unit and system level tests on the ground and on-orbit to verify performance
• Manage supplier and partner performance
• Manage complex projects by coordinating work statements, setting and tracking budget/schedule, and measuring technical performance
• Support large-scale new business proposals

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or the physical sciences / computer science
• 7+ years industry experience in optical engineering
• Experience with space-to-space and/or space-to-ground laser communication
• Experience with performance/phenomenology/modeling of space-based EO sensors
• Ability to train and mentor other members of the team
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ industry experience working with satellite optical instrumentation, design, and/or operation.
• On-orbit experience in the operation and performance validation of OCTs
• Ability to develop and maintain an OCT link budget
• Experience with design, integration, qualification, and test of satellite optical hardware such as EO/IR payloads, star trackers, laser range finders, etc.
• Experience with onboard and ground processing of optical data to extract mission-related information
• Active TS/SCI clearance

Summary Pay-Range

• Level 4: $126,650- $171,350

Benefits and Perks
Millennium Space Systems offers a very competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan.

Before applying, please note:
Millennium is DDTC-registered, ITAR-compliant Company. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Additionally, applicants must be willing to apply for and maintain a security clearance. We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage veterans, disabled veterans and disabled individuals to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified.