Optical Systems Engineer – PdM IW (8690)

Patricio Enterprises, Inc.; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Paid Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Patricio Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Senior Optical Systems Engineer to support Combat Optics programs within PdM IW at Marine Corps Systems Command in Quantico, VA.

Must hold an active Secret clearance and bring hands‑on experience across image intensification, thermal imaging, laser ranging, and magnified optics for dismounted Marines. The candidate will lead systems engineering activities, draft critical documentation, and provide on‑site technical support to EOSF, driving development

Qualifications

• Ten to twelve years of relevant systems engineering experience with electro‑optical, optronic, or photonics systems in a DoD acquisition environment.
• DAWIA Systems Engineering certification or equivalent DoD training is preferred.
• Experience with image intensification, uncooled thermal imaging, laser aiming/ranging, or night vision devices across Defense Acquisition Framework stages.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior‑level electro‑optical systems engineering support across Combat Optics Team programs (SBNVG, SAL, HOtNS/LRT, GPMGO, FGLS) through acquisition phases.
• Draft and update systems engineering documentation (SEPs, TEMPs, CM Plans, specs, RTMs, PTPs, PESHE/ESOH).
• Provide on‑site technical support to EOSF at MCSC Quantico; conduct testing, surveillance, troubleshooting, and maintenance of day optics and imaging systems.
• Develop test plans and support events (LUEs, PVT, FATS, TV&A); prepare test reports and analyze results.
• Support SETRs; prepare briefs/minutes/reports; manage CM PRO documentation.
• Manage PdM IW Risk Registry; participate in monthly Risk Boards and mitigation planning.
• Assist Configuration Management; maintain CM database and conduct audits/reviews.
• Develop PdM IW R&D Roadmap; analyze emerging electro‑optical technologies and write evaluation papers.
• Support life cycle logistics; develop training materials and technical publications.

Skills

Electro-optical systems

Optronic/photonics

DAWIA Systems Engineering

CM PRO configuration management

Technical documentation

MS Office & Microsoft Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

CM PRO

Job description

Optical Systems Engineer – PdM IW (8690)

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: OPTIC002637

• Posted : October 5, 2026


• Full-Time

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Description

STATUS: Open

TRAVEL: N/A

CLEARANCE: Must possess an active Secret clearance

SALARY RANGE: The salary range the company expects to pay for this position is $135k-$160k. Final salary will be determined based on experience, education, qualifications, contract requirements, and internal equity considerations.

BENEFITS: 401K, Life/Health/ Dental/Disability Insurance, Flexible Paid Leave and Tuition Reimbursement.

DESCRIPTION:

Patricio Enterprises is seeking a candidate Senior Systems Engineer (Level V) with deep expertise in electro-optical and optronic systems to support the Combat Optics Team within Product Manager Infantry Weapons (PdM IW) at Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) in Quantico, Virginia. This position provides specialized technical engineering support across a portfolio of combat optics programs including image intensification, thermal imaging, laser aiming and ranging systems, and magnified optics for dismounted Marines. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on experience with military electro‑optical system testing, acquisition systems engineering, and the technical rigor required to advance next‑generation optics capabilities from development through fielding in support of the Ground Combat Element.

Primary duties will include (but not limited to):

• Provide senior‑level electro‑optical systems engineering support across Combat Optics Team programs including Squad Binocular Night Vision Goggles (SBNVG), Squad Aiming Laser (SAL), Handheld Observation Targeting Night System/Long Range Thermal (HOtNS/LRT), General Purpose Machine Gun Optic (GPMGO), and Future Grenade Launcher Sight (FGLS) through all applicable acquisition phases.


• Draft and update systems engineering documentation including Systems Engineering Plans, Test and Evaluation Master Plans, Configuration Management Plans, Performance Specifications, Requirement Traceability Matrices, Technical Data Packages, and PESHE/ESOH documentation in support of program milestones.


• Provide on‑site technical support to the Electro‑Optic Support Facility (EOSF) at MCSC Quantico, conducting testing, surveillance, troubleshooting, and maintenance of day optic, image intensification, laser, and thermal imaging systems; maintain inventory accountability and ensure SOPs are current.


• Develop test plans and support test and evaluation events including Limited User Evaluations, Performance Verification Testing, First Article Testing, and Technical Manual Validation and Verification; prepare test reports and analyze results for electro‑optical performance parameters.


• Support all Systems Engineering and Technical Reviews (SETRs); prepare briefs, capture meeting minutes, prepare Summary Reports, Close Out memos, and Technical Review Action Plans; manage program documentation using the CM PRO configuration management tool.


• Manage the PdM IW Risk Registry for assigned Combat Optics programs; participate in monthly Risk Management Boards, consolidate risk artifacts across programs, and brief the PdM on current risk posture and mitigation strategies.


• Assist in Configuration Management activities for assigned programs, maintaining and updating the CM database in CM PRO and supporting physical configuration audits and technical data package reviews.


• Develop and maintain the PdM IW Research and Development Roadmap for combat optics; conduct technical analysis of emerging electro‑optical technologies and produce technical analysis papers evaluating capabilities, engineering trade‑offs, and future development opportunities for the infantry optics portfolio.


• Support life cycle logistics activities as required, including development of training materials, technical publications, and validation and verification documentation for assigned Combat Optics programs.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Ten (10) to twelve (12) years of relevant systems engineering experience with electro‑optical, optronic, or photonics systems in a DoD acquisition environment; or a master's degree with eight (8) to ten (10) years of equivalent experience.


• Demonstrated experience with military electro‑optical systems such as image intensification (I2), uncooled thermal imaging, laser aiming/ranging systems, or night vision devices across multiple phases of the Defense Acquisition Framework.


• Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Systems Engineering certification or equivalent DoD acquisition engineering training (preferred).


• Proficiency with CM PRO configuration management tool (required); familiarity with MCSC SETR processes preferred


• Deep technical expertise in electro‑optical systems engineering; committed to continuous professional development in emerging optics and photonics technologies; represents Patricio Enterprises with professionalism and integrity in all Government client interactions.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; able to evaluate complex electro‑optical performance data, manage competing technical priorities across multiple concurrent programs, and communicate findings clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences.


• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Outlook) and Microsoft Project; experienced with CM PRO and DoD technical review tools; ability to rapidly learn new Government databases and electro-optical test systems.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.


• Ten (10) to twelve (12) years of relevant systems engineering experience with electro‑optical, optronic, or photonics systems in a DoD acquisition environment; or a Master's degree with eight (8) to ten (10) years of equivalent experience.


• Demonstrated experience with military electro‑optical systems such as image intensification (I2), uncooled thermal imaging, laser aiming/ranging systems, or night vision devices across multiple phases of the Defense Acquisition Framework.

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