Aero-Optics Engineer

Summary

Polaris Sensor Technologies is seeking an Aero-Optics Engineer to support multiple efforts in the nation's missile defense capabilities including Golden Dome. This position includes developing optical instrumentation for integration into one-of-a-kind hypersonic wind tunnel test facilities and flight test vehicles. While direct experience with aero-optics instrumentation, wind tunnel testing, or data analysis and modeling would be a plus, we are seeking self-motivated candidates with experience and capability in the areas listed below.

This position will involve significant hands‑on laboratory work. This position involves interaction with team members and requires experience with optical analysis, including a solid physical optics background as well as geometrical optics understanding. Applicants should be confident in laboratory skills involving optical systems integration, assembly, setup, calibration, and operation. A successful applicant is able to work well in teams, is eager to learn, and is able to clearly communicate and document their work.

Mid‑level candidates will contribute as key technical team members, and more experienced candidates may be considered for project leadership opportunities.

• Design, construct, and test optical systems intended to measure aero-optics, optical window effects, and physical optics effects
• Collect and analyze data from the above-mentioned systems
• Use software tools to design, evaluate, and modify imaging systems
• Use laboratory measurement tools and systems
• Support testing activities at hypersonic wind tunnel facilities
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently
• Develop comprehensive and detailed reports

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Disciplined approach to laboratory work with strong attention to detail
• Good organizational skills
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical area
• 5 years minimum demonstrated experience in a technical field

• Hardware Systems Assembly
• Systems Engineering
• Planning and/or Performing Laboratory Tests
• Optical Design (Zemax)
• Mechanical Design