Optical System Architect
Core
Lead the design of future Electro-Optical (EO) architectures for GEOINT systems, defining capabilities and CONOPs for government customers.
Role type
Senior IC Optical System Architect (GEOINT)
Builds
Future GEOINT space architectures and operational concepts (CONOPs)
Domain
Defense / Intelligence / Space Systems
Required skills
Optical system architecture, Orbital mechanics, Space systems engineering, Electro-optical sensor design, Mission utility analysis, System trade studies, Risk assessment, Technical advisory, Multi-disciplinary team leadership, Budget management
Preferred skills
GEOINT architecture expertise, Visible/IR sensor technology, Modeling and simulation software, Constellation visualization, Intelligence community experience, Contractor management
Technologies
Modeling and simulation software
Responsibilities
Lead domain experts to perform design trades at payload, vehicle, and constellation levels; Respond to urgent technical questions from multiple government agencies; Communicate programmatic and technical risks to management and government leadership; Provide oversight for task execution and manage budgets; Review contractor proposals and evaluate system capabilities; Mentor technical representatives on program execution.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic advisory duties