Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer for their Space Imaging team in Lexington, U.S. The role involves leading the assembly, integration, and testing of advanced optical systems, requiring significant experience in opto-mechanical systems and strong technical skills in optical design and analysis
Job Summary
Anduril Industries is transforming military capabilities by delivering advanced autonomy, AI, and sensor fusion technology to the defense sector.
The role involves leading the assembly, integration, and test of novel optical systems while managing vendors to scale production of complex infrared assemblies.
Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance to work on sensitive spaceborne systems.
Matching Summary
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Anduril Industries is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer for their Space Imaging team in Lexington, U.S. The role involves leading the assembly, integration, and testing of advanced optical systems, requiring significant experience in opto-mechanical systems and strong technical skills in optical design and analysis.
Salary
Base: $166,000 - $220,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Highly competitive equity grants included; Benefits: Top-tier health and recovery benefits at little to no cost
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5+ years opto-mechanical experience
Space or airborne environment expertise
Zemax or CODE V software proficiency
Optical alignment with interferometers
Electro-optical system testing knowledge
Nice-to-have
MS or PhD in Optics preferred
Thermal and vibration test experience
Team leadership and mentoring skills
Infrared material fabrication knowledge
First principles problem solving approach
Key Requirements
BS in Engineering or Physics/Astronomy with Optics concentration
Eligible for U.S. Secret security clearance
Experience with optical tolerancing and lens manufacturing methods
Work Rights
Must have eligibility for US Secret security clearance