COMP BACKFILL-General Dynamics Land systems-Sights and Electro-Optical Sensors Optical Engineer

Design, develop, and test advanced optical systems and components for integration into military vehicle platforms from concept through production.

Job Requirements :

Bachelor�s degree in Physics, Optics, Electro-Optical Engineering, or related field

Minimum 10 years of experience in optical system design

Experience with physical and geometrical optics

Proficiency in optical design software such as Zemax and NV-IPM

Familiarity with analog and digital video standards (RS-170, HD-SDI, LVDS, DVI, DisplayPort, 3G / 6G SDI)

Basic optics lab skills, including alignment and calibration

Experience designing, testing, and qualifying optical components and subsystems

Preferred Skills :

Experience with CREO / Pro-E CAD software

Understanding of video distribution techniques

Knowledge of Military Standards and test requirements

Experience with electro-optical systems such as thermal imaging, cameras, lasers, radar, and stabilized optics

Familiarity with hardware and software test documentation and engineering reviews

Background in component selection and procurement processes

Job Responsibilities :

Design optical systems from architecture analysis and trade studies through to qualification

Create specifications, test plans, and documentation for optical components

Select and procure components, and oversee hardware builds

Perform alignment, calibration, and testing of optical systems

Support integration and testing of electro-optical sensors and systems on vehicle platforms

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for full system integration

Review and contribute to requirements documents, engineering reviews, and system-level test plans

Pay Details : $56.00 to $75.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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