Staff Optical Engineer – Infrared Imaging Lead (Hybrid)

Muon Space; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 184,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Muon Space in Mountain View is seeking a Staff Optical Engineer to lead the development of infrared remote sensing instruments. The ideal candidate will drive optical subsystem delivery, manage performance metrics, and improve testing methodologies.

With a focus on collaboration, the role requires a B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in engineering and 8+ years of related experience. Our hybrid work model includes three days on-site at our Mountain View office.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience developing imaging systems and infrared remote sensing instruments.
• Expertise in optical design and error budgeting.
• Demonstrated project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the delivery of optical subsystems as the technical lead.
• Manage optical error budgets and performance metrics.
• Define and drive AI&T planning and implementation.

Skills

Optical design and analysis

Technical leadership

Precision optical metrology

Software proficiency (Python, C++)

Education

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

Tools

Zemax

Code V

FRED

Job description

Muon Space in Mountain View is seeking a Staff Optical Engineer to lead the development of infrared remote sensing instruments. The ideal candidate will drive optical subsystem delivery, manage performance metrics, and improve testing methodologies.

With a focus on collaboration, the role requires a B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in engineering and 8+ years of related experience. Our hybrid work model includes three days on-site at our Mountain View office.