Electro-optic And Infrared (eo/ir) Systems Engineer

Penn State Applied Research Laboratory (ARL)

Freeport, PA, United States
Base: $109,300.00 - $191,000.00; bonus/equity: not...
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Eo/ir imaging systems design
Infrared imaging system experience
Physics-based modeling (nv-ipm, modtran)
** The Penn State Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is seeking an experienced Electro-Optic and Infrared (EO/IR) Systems Engineer to join their team in Freeport, PA. This role involves leading research and development projects related to imaging systems for military applications, with a focus on electro-optics and infrared technology. **

Job Summary

  • The mission of the Penn State Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is to develop innovative solutions to challenging national problems in support of Navy, Department of Defense (DoD), and Intelligence Community research, engineering and technology needs.
  • You will perform physics-based modeling to predict the performance of imaging system concepts and designs, drive system level trade studies, and be heavily involved in camera selection and evaluation.
  • Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.

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** The Penn State Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) is seeking an experienced Electro-Optic and Infrared (EO/IR) Systems Engineer to join their team in Freeport, PA. This role involves leading research and development projects related to imaging systems for military applications, with a focus on electro-optics and infrared technology. **

Salary

Base: $109,300.00 - $191,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, robust retirement plans, substantial paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • EO/IR imaging systems design
  • Infrared imaging system experience
  • Physics-based modeling (NV-IPM, MODTRAN)
  • System-level trade studies
  • Camera selection and evaluation (visible, SWIR, MWIR, LWIR)
  • System test execution (lab, environmental, field)
  • Sponsor and customer interface

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in EO/IR system manufacturing
  • Requirements management tools (DOORS, Jama)
  • Radiometry and link budget development
  • Image processing software (LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python)
  • Real-time image processing
  • Opto-mechanical design techniques
  • Machine vision algorithms

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
  • 14+ years of relevant experience (Senior Professional)
  • 5+ years of relevant experience (Advanced Professional)
  • Direct experience with EO/IR imaging systems
  • Infrared imaging system experience
  • Systems engineer for imaging systems experience
  • Knowledge of focal plane arrays and imaging sensors
  • Strong knowledge of electro-optical assembly methods
  • Familiarity with lab instrumentation
  • Ability to obtain a government security clearance
  • Must be a U.S. citizen

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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