Senior Principal Infrared Sensors Engineer

Senior Principal Infrared Sensors Engineer

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Aviation & Missile Solutions is seeking a Senior Principal Infrared Sensors engineer. This engineer will focus on the evaluation, development, and integration of advanced technologies related to infrared sensing systems, including optics, CMOS sensors, microbolometers, advanced imaging sensors, and related firmware and software systems. The candidate will research and investigate advanced technology, conduct feasibility studies, perform modeling and simulation tasks to assess possible system performance, and provide technical advice and expertise.

The candidate may be called on to lead a broad technical team as the program develops.

• Huntsville, AL
• Position is full-time in the office.

• US Citizenship Required
• Fluent in Microsoft Office Toolset
• Expert level knowledge and experience with infrared sensing technology
• Experience with sensor systems integration
• Experience with sensor data processing algorithms and techniques
• Experience developing physics based simulations
• Have a bachelor's degree (or advanced degree) from an accredited college (ABET preferred) in physics, electrical engineering, optical science, math, or a related hard science or engineering discipline.
• Have a minimum of 12 years combined Government/DoD experience in performing the essential duties listed above.
• Experience managing technical teams of at least 10+ scientists and engineers.

• 15+ years of industry experience post degree is preferred.
• Applicable degrees in physics, electrical engineering, optical science, or remote sensing, with experience or coursework relevant to infrared sensing is a plus.
• Masters or PhD degrees in the subjects above is highly preferred.
• Experience with Matlab is a plus.
• Experience in coding for physics based modeling and simulation is a plus.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

• Citizenship:
  Candidate must be a US only citizen.
• Clearance level: possess (and be able to maintain) a Final TOP SECRET Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Final TOP SECRET Clearance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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