Systems Engineer
Core
Design, develop, and characterize packages and integrated dewar cooled arrays for infrared detectors, focusing on structural, thermal, and vibrational simulations.
Role type
Senior Systems Engineer (Infrared Detectors & Vacuum Systems)
Builds
High-reliability infrared detector focal plane packaging and cooling systems for aerospace, defense, and commercial markets
Domain
Aerospace & Defense / Optical Engineering / Ultra-High Vacuum Technology
Required skills
Finite Element Analysis, thermal analysis, structural analysis, vacuum system design, laser welding, metrology, GD&T, risk analysis, test strategy development, cost modeling, project scheduling
Preferred skills
Optical design/modeling, Zemax, Design of Experiments, HALT/HASS Testing, MIL-STD 883 knowledge
Technologies
Ansys, Solidworks, LabView, MS Visio, MATLAB
Responsibilities
Evaluate customer requirements and design detector focal plane packaging; perform FEA and first-order analysis of heat transfer, structural, and vibration; generate technical content including models and drawings; support part procurement, assembly, and testing; conduct failure analyses; follow import/export requirements; lead project teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with significant leadership experience