Senior Infrared Optical Engineer - Space Instruments

Muonspace; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 184,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Muonspace in Mountain View, CA is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to support the production of infrared remote sensing instruments. You will handle assembly, integration, and testing, while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a B.S, M.S., or Ph.D. in an engineering field, complemented by over 5 years of experience in system integration of optomechanical systems. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in cleanroom environments.
• Experience with root cause analysis efforts.
• Excited to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop procedures for assembly of optomechanical assemblies.
• Execute high-precision optical alignment and integration.
• Support system-level Verification and Validation (V&V) activities.

Skills

System integration of complex optomechanical systems

Precision optical and mechanical metrology equipment

Data analysis using Python

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Working in a fast-paced environment

Education

B.S, M.S., or Ph.D. in Engineering

Tools

Interferometers

EO/IR collimators

Laser trackers

SolidWorks

Job description

Muonspace in Mountain View, CA is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to support the production of infrared remote sensing instruments. You will handle assembly, integration, and testing, while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a B.S, M.S., or Ph.D. in an engineering field, complemented by over 5 years of experience in system integration of optomechanical systems. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits package.