Senior Optomechanical Engineer - Space Instrumentation

Muon Space; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Three weeks paid vacation

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Muon Space is looking for an Instrument Development Engineer in Mountain View, CA. The role involves designing optomechanical systems for infrared remote sensing instruments, from concept to testing. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in optomechanical design, proficiency in CAD tools like SolidWorks, and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary range of $159,000 - $223,000 plus equity and benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience designing optomechanical hardware.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Own optomechanical design efforts including concept development.
• Support optical instrument assembly, integration, and test (AI&T).
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of best practices.

Skills

Optomechanical hardware design

CAD proficiency (SolidWorks preferred)

System integration

Communication skills

Education

B.S, M.S., or Ph.D. in an engineering field

Tools

STOP analysis tools (FEA, Sigfit, Zemax)

Precision optical and mechanical metrology equipment

Job description

Muon Space is looking for an Instrument Development Engineer in Mountain View, CA. The role involves designing optomechanical systems for infrared remote sensing instruments, from concept to testing. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience in optomechanical design, proficiency in CAD tools like SolidWorks, and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary range of $159,000 - $223,000 plus equity and benefits including medical and retirement plans.