Senior Optical Systems Engineer - EO/IR Payloads

Rocket Lab USA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocket Lab USA in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Principal Optical Engineer to develop detection and calibration algorithms for advanced electro-optical payloads. The role involves collaboration with firmware and optics teams, and candidates must possess 12+ years of experience in optical systems development.

U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a security clearance are required. The position includes hands-on experience in optical alignment, data analysis, and utilizing relevant software such as MATLAB and Python.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in optical systems development and data analysis.
• Hands-on experience with optical alignment and imaging-system characterization.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop detection and calibration algorithms for optical systems.
• Collaborate closely with firmware and optical teams.
• Communicate effectively with project management and customers.

Skills

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Electro-optical systems

Optical alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics or related field

Master's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Zemax

FRED

Job description

Rocket Lab USA in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Principal Optical Engineer to develop detection and calibration algorithms for advanced electro-optical payloads. The role involves collaboration with firmware and optics teams, and candidates must possess 12+ years of experience in optical systems development.

U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a security clearance are required. The position includes hands-on experience in optical alignment, data analysis, and utilizing relevant software such as MATLAB and Python.