Senior Infrared Sensor Engineer – Imaging & Firmware Lead

Aviation & Missile Solutions

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Aviation & Missile Solutions, LLC (AMS) is seeking a Senior Infrared Sensors engineer to evaluate, develop, and integrate advanced infrared sensing technologies, including optics, CMOS sensors, and microbolometers, with associated firmware and software.

The role involves modeling and simulation to assess system performance, feasibility studies, and providing technical guidance. The candidate may lead a broad technical team as the program develops, leveraging extensive DoD experience.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Optical Science, or Remote Sensing from ABET-accredited university.
  • Minimum of 12 years experience in an applicable field.
  • Experience with infrared sensing technology and sensor systems integration.
  • Experience with sensor data processing algorithms and techniques.
  • Experience leading technical teams of scientists and engineers.
  • 15+ years of industry experience post degree preferred (12+ years required).

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate, develop, and integrate infrared sensing technologies.
  • Lead a broad technical team as the program develops.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and modeling to assess system performance.
  • Provide technical advice and expertise.

Skills

Infrared sensing tech
Physics-based infrared models
Sensor data processing
Sensor systems integration
DoD / Government experience
Technical team leadership

Education

ABET-accredited bachelor's in Electrical Engineering/Physics/Optical Science/Remote Sensing

Tools

Matlab
Physics-based modeling & simulation coding

Job description

Aviation & Missile Solutions, LLC (AMS) is seeking a Senior Infrared Sensors engineer to evaluate, develop, and integrate advanced infrared sensing technologies, including optics, CMOS sensors, and microbolometers, with associated firmware and software.

The role involves modeling and simulation to assess system performance, feasibility studies, and providing technical guidance. The candidate may lead a broad technical team as the program develops, leveraging extensive DoD experience.

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