Systems Engineer – Engineer III

Jobtailor; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a senior engineer to lead the integration and testing of stereo photogrammetry systems on fixed and mobile platforms. You will design deployment solutions, develop software for data quality assurance, and contribute to field data collection in challenging environments.

You will collaborate with a technical team, document schematics, and prepare quarterly status updates. Proficiency in Python and image processing is essential, with experience integrating sensors and

Qualifications

• 6+ years of full-time engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience independently integrating multiple sensor and instrumentation systems across fixed and mobile platforms.
• Experience with optical measurements and image processing for scientific and/or technical applications.
• Experience developing software and visualization techniques for scientific data collection and analysis.
• Experience designing and implementing custom solutions for deploying observing platforms (preferred).
• Experience participating in field projects for scientific data collection (preferred).
• Expert-level proficiency in Python and other coding languages for data workflows and analysis.
• Ability to work as part of a technical team, preferably for field data collection.

Responsibilities

• Lead testing, integration, maintenance, and deployment of stereo photogrammetry systems and related instrumentation on fixed and mobile observation platforms.
• Continue development, testing, and installation of optical camera systems on vehicle platforms for tracking airborne objects such as tornado debris.
• Design solutions for deploying camera platforms in adverse weather conditions.
• Develop and integrate software for data quality assurance, operations, and data analysis.
• Integrate photogrammetric observations, GPS heading and information, and other onboard instruments.

Skills

Python

Image processing

Sensor and instrumentation integration

Software development

Data analysis

Photogrammetry

Optical camera systems

GPS integration

Data quality assurance

Visualization techniques

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in Electrical Engineering

BA/BS in Computer Engineering

BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering

BA/BS in Computer Science

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead testing, integration, maintenance, and deployment of stereo photogrammetry systems and related instrumentation on fixed and mobile observation platforms


• Continue development, testing, and installation of optical camera systems on vehicle platforms for tracking airborne objects such as tornado debris


• Design solutions for deploying camera platforms in adverse weather conditions


• Develop and integrate software for data quality assurance, operations, and data analysis


• Integrate photogrammetric observations, GPS heading and information, and other onboard instruments


• Maintain and improve vehicle platforms and instrument integrations for field data collection


• Identify and document system capabilities to guide imagery and data collection


• Develop workflows to analyze imagery and track imaged objects


• Prototype tools integrating tracked-object data from multiple observation points


• Evaluate and cross-validate data with other NSSL observing platforms


• Assist with development, testing, and deployment of experimental observing systems


• Contribute to field data collection and collaborative research efforts


• Provide technical documentation, including schematics, code repositories, and test reports


• Prepare quarterly status reports


• Write a brief report following AMS guidelines and prepare conference-style presentations for stakeholders and conferences

Requirements

• BA/BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field


• 6+ years of full-time engineering experience


• Demonstrated experience independently integrating multiple sensor and instrumentation systems across fixed and mobile platforms


• Experience with optical measurements and image processing for scientific and/or technical applications


• Experience developing software and visualization techniques for scientific data collection and analysis


• Experience designing and implementing custom solutions for deploying observing platforms (preferred)


• Experience participating in field projects for scientific data collection (preferred)


• Expert-level proficiency in Python and other coding languages for data workflows and analysis


• Ability to work as part of a technical team, preferably for field data collection


• Must complete an online IT security awareness course within one week of starting work


• Foreign national candidates are subject to export control review and require CO/COR approval prior to consideration


• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8 AM CST to 5 PM CST; field activities may require irregular hours during active severe weather events


• Willingness and ability to travel as required, not anticipated to exceed 5% annually

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in integrating sensor and instrumentation systems for field data collection, with a strong focus on optical measurements, image processing, and software development for scientific applications. Proficient in Python and capable of designing custom solutions for deploying observation platforms in challenging environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Expert-Level Proficiency In Python


• Optical Measurements And Image Processing


• Integration Of Sensor And Instrumentation Systems


• Field Data Collection Experience


• Software Development For Scientific Data Analysis

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Data Quality Assurance


• Data Analysis


• Software Development


• Optical Camera Systems


• Photogrammetry


• GPS Integration


• Custom Solution Design


• Field Project Participation


• Technical Documentation


• Visualization Techniques

Soft Skills

• Team Collaboration


• Technical Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• BA/BS In Electrical Engineering


• BA/BS In Computer Engineering


• BA/BS In Mechanical Engineering


• BA/BS In Computer Science

Industry Keywords

• Stereo Photogrammetry Systems


• Observation Platforms


• Data Collection


• Severe Weather Events


• NSSL Observing Platforms


• AMS Guidelines