Senior/principal Systems Engineer, Eo/ir Signal Processing - Secret Clearance

Rocket Lab Corporation

Tucson, AZ, United States
On-site
Python or matlab experience
Algorithm design and optimization
Active secret clearance required
Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior/Principal Systems Engineer specializing in EO/IR Signal Processing, requiring a Secret clearance and experience in optical systems for defense and intelligence applications. The role involves collaboration on advanced sensor technology and algorithm development to support mission-critical projects

Job Summary

  • Rocket Lab's Optical Systems division solves mission-critical space domain and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance challenges for Department of Defense customers.
  • The role involves developing and modifying simulations for the design, prototyping, integration, testing, and performance assessment of EO/IR sensor hardware and algorithms.
  • Candidates will collaborate with researchers on projects related to machine learning, artificial intelligence, and computer vision while validating advanced exploitation algorithms.

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Rocket Lab Corporation is seeking a Senior/Principal Systems Engineer specializing in EO/IR Signal Processing, requiring a Secret clearance and experience in optical systems for defense and intelligence applications. The role involves collaboration on advanced sensor technology and algorithm development to support mission-critical projects.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python or MATLAB experience
  • Algorithm design and optimization
  • Active Secret clearance required
  • 8+ years professional experience
  • Requirements decomposition skills

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree or PhD in Physics
  • Hands-on expertise with EO/IR systems
  • Knowledge of Zemax or Code V tools
  • Experience briefing government customers
  • Leadership in technical capacity

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in physics or optical sciences
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Secret/Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
  • 12+ years experience for Principal level
  • Programming proficiency in Python/MATLAB

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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