Sr. Photonics Engineer
Core
Lead optical architecture for Optical Inter-Satellite Link (OISL) terminals supporting classified beyond LEO missions for Blue National Security.
Role type
Senior IC photonics engineer (space systems)
Builds
Fiber optic and photonic-based avionics systems, optical communication links, and laser-based systems for the Blue Ring spacecraft.
Domain
Aerospace / Spaceflight / National Security
Required skills
Optical architecture design, fiber optic systems, laser systems, photodetectors, integrated photonic circuits, optical simulation (Zemax, COMSOL, OptiSystem), environmental analysis (radiation, thermal, vacuum), system modeling, link budget analysis, FMEA/FMECA, cross-functional integration, supplier qualification, engineering documentation.
Preferred skills
Classified national security space programs, coherent optical communication systems, CCSDS optical link standards, radiation effects mitigation, high-reliability thermal-vacuum design, production hardware (DFM/DFT), environmental qualification testing (TVAC, vibration, EMI/EMC).
Technologies
Zemax, COMSOL, OptiSystem, fiber optics, lasers, photodetectors, integrated photonic circuits, optical simulation tools.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and validate fiber optic and photonic-based avionics systems; Lead architecture and integration of photonic components into avionics suite; Perform optical and photonic system modeling and link budget analysis; Conduct environmental and reliability analysis on photonic components; Author and maintain engineering documentation including design specifications and test procedures; Mentor junior engineers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
