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    Junior Optical Engineer - Albuquerque, United States - Applied Research Associates

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    **Description**

    Applied Research Associates (ARA) is looking for a Junior Optical Engineer with experience in Infrared (IR) electro-optics to join our Southwest Divisions Space Products Group in Albuquerque, NM. The ideal candidate will be capable of applying Systems Engineering methodologies to the design, analysis, and testing of advanced electro-optical systems. Activities will include modeling and simulation E-O system designs and supporting the technical team.

    Tasks include specifying, selecting and qualifying active and passive optical components, developing and benchmarking system performance models, developing and implementing test procedures, and evaluating and selecting appropriate test instrumentation. Conducts research and plans for the development and testing of optical and EO systems including LADAR laser systems. Determines calibration and error analysis on test data. Develop and maintain data collection, reduction, and modeling software. Develop and maintain data bases of measurements and test results. Supports field testing of equipment at government ranges.

    ARA offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits including medical and dental coverage, 401(k) profit sharing, life and long-term disability insurance, performance bonuses, and professional development.

    **Junior Optical Engineer Requirements:**

    + **US citizen** with an active DoD Security Clearance or ability to obtain one

    + BS in Physics minimum, in EE, Math or related field

    + Strong Systems Engineering background

    + 3- 5 years of experience in the Infrared (IR) field that includes the 2-14 microns regime.

    + Capable in programing languages including Python, MATLAB, or C++ Able to participate in assorted teams, programs, and business areas

    + Team player with excellent presentation and written/oral communication skills

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

    + Ability to understand and solve complex problems

    + Interest in learning new engineering tools and understanding of all fields of engineering

    **Junior Optical Engineer Preferences:**

    + MS in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or related field

    + Experience in at least one of the areas: Field testing of IR systems, Lab calibration of systems, and modeling and simulation of IR systems.

    + Experience in Space Systems

    + Active DoD SECRET or higher security clearance

    **Qualifications**

    **Behaviors**

    **Required**

    + **Thought Provoking:** Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

    + **Dedicated:** Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

    + **Team Player:** Works well as a member of a group

    + **Detail Oriented:** Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

    **Motivations**

    **Required**

    + **Self-Starter:** Inspired to perform without outside help

    + **Goal Completion:** Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

    + **Ability to Make an Impact:** Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

    **Education**

    **Required**

    + Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering

    **Preferred**

    + Bachelors or better in Mathematics

    + Bachelors or better in Physics

    **Experience**

    **Required**

    + 3-5 years: Relevant work experience.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)


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