Senior Integration and Test Engineer II
Core
Lead integration, alignment, calibration, and verification of advanced EO/IR optical payloads for spaceborne sensor systems supporting national defense missions.
Role type
Senior hands-on IC integration and test engineer (optical systems)
Builds
Space-based EO/IR payloads and sensor systems for DoD and Intelligence Community customers
Domain
Aerospace / Defense / Optical Engineering
Required skills
Optical system integration, alignment, metrology, interferometry, imaging-system characterization, environmental test readiness, test procedure development, data analysis, troubleshooting
Preferred skills
EO/IR payload experience, infrared focal planes, automated test equipment, optical STE, writing alignment procedures and test scripts
Technologies
Optical benches, cleanroom practices, TVAC, vibe, shock testing equipment
Responsibilities
Lead integration, alignment, calibration, and verification activities for advanced EO/IR optical payloads; Execute hands-on optical integration tasks including optical bench setup, alignment, metrology, and environmental test readiness; Develop and refine test procedures, optical characterization methods, and performance-validation processes; Support environmental tests (TVAC, vibe, shock), monitor optical performance, and ensure compliance with mission requirements; Drive resolution of integration issues, test anomalies, and optical performance deviations; Work cross-functionally with Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, and AIT teams to ensure seamless optical-mechanical-electrical integration
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
