Aero-Optics Engineer Modeling & Simulation Huntsville, AL
Listed on 2026-06-18
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Aero-Optics Engineer for Modeling & Simulation – Huntsville, AL – 6 month contract to hire
Client is seeking an Aero-Optics Engineer to support development and validation of aero-optical models and simulation software. This position requires experience with optical analysis, including a solid understanding of physical and geometrical optics, Zemax, Matlab or Python modeling, and data analysis. Experience with aero-optics and wind tunnel testing is a plus.
This position is full-time (40 hours per week) in Huntsville, Alabama. Salary is commensurate with applicant’s qualifications and experience. Client offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, a robust ETO plan, and 401(k).
Candidates must be U.S. citizens and must be able to obtain a security clearance upon demonstrated need.
Responsibilities- Analyze hypersonic wind tunnel test data
- Develop and validate aero-optical models
- Simulate optical effects for scene generation or flight predictions
- Develop comprehensive and detailed reports
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Physics, Optical Science, Mathematics, Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical area
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Disciplined approach to laboratory work with strong attention to detail
- Good organizational skills
For more information, contact Lea Trainor, Technical Recruiter, at (T: ).
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