Staff Optical Engineer - AI&T, Space Imaging

Anduril Industries is seeking a Staff Optical Engineer - AI&T, Space Imaging to focus on assembly, integration, and testing in support of a new product line for spaceborne systems. The team develops state-of-the-art imaging systems across both hardware and software, deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies.

Requirements

• BS in Engineering or Physics/Astronomy required with a concentration in Optics
• 5+ years of experience with complex opto-mechanical systems, performing optical assembly, integration, and testing in the workforce
• Strong experience on free space optical systems integration and development for a space or airborne environment.
• Knowledge of how electro-optical systems are specified, developed, manufactured, and tested
• Experience with optical tolerancing, lens manufacturing methods, and drawing standards
• Knowledge and experience laboratory testing including optical component testing experience (spectral transmission, interferometry, etc.), optical system alignment, and testing (EE, MTF, PSF, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience in the integration, test, and performance requirements verification and validation of optical systems
• Experience in prototype and production development, including requirements validation
• Experience with optical design and analysis software (Zemax or CODE V)
• Data analysis proficiency in Matlab, Python, or similar
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees