Senior Optical Systems Engineer — Spacecraft & Satcom

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A defense technology leader is seeking a Senior Specialist in Optical Systems Engineering to enhance optical communications for satellite systems. The candidate will develop system performance requirements and collaborate on testing and validation with various engineering teams. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and at least six years of relevant experience. The role is based in Palm Bay, FL, and may require a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience or 4 years with a Master's.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support optical communications within engineering teams.
• Evaluate customer needs and define system performance requirements.
• Lead the integration of optical terminals into satellite architectures.

Skills

Optical communications

Electrical engineering principles

Requirements management software (DOORS, Jama)

Technical documentation

Troubleshooting systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

A defense technology leader is seeking a Senior Specialist in Optical Systems Engineering to enhance optical communications for satellite systems. The candidate will develop system performance requirements and collaborate on testing and validation with various engineering teams. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and at least six years of relevant experience. The role is based in Palm Bay, FL, and may require a Secret security clearance.