🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll lead the optical design and architecture of novel spaceborne imaging systems for defense applications. Your work will directly impact mission-critical capabilities for U.S. and allied forces. This role offers the opportunity to drive full product lifecycle from concept to flight testing.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Lead optical architecture decisions and trades for new missions.
• Design lenses and components for high-performance imaging.
• Develop test setups and procedures for R&D to production transition.
• Analyze prototype optical system performance and root cause errors.

📋 Requirements

• BS in Engineering with concentration in Optics (MS/PhD preferred).
• 7+ years experience with complex opto-mechanical systems.
• Expertise with Zemax or similar optical design software.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain U.S. Secret security clearance.

✨ Nice to Have

• Experience with STOP analysis and diffraction-limited imaging.
• Team leadership and mentoring of junior staff.
• Radiometry and stray light analysis experience.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 🏖️ Competitive salary ($220k-$292k base)
• 📈 Highly competitive equity grants
• 🏥 Comprehensive health coverage at little to no cost
• 💰 Top-tier benefits package
• 🛡️ Security clearance support

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter Screen· 30 min
2. 2Technical Interview· 60 min
3. 3Hiring Manager Interview· 45 min