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Areté

Engineer 2, Optical Systems

Areté, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718

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Engineer 2, Optical Systems

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Base pay $90,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

About Areté At Areté, we are on the forefront of utilizing innovative solutions, with great minds from all backgrounds, to help solve the nation’s most complex security challenges. We strive for an inclusive, collaborative team environment that approaches differences as opportunities for innovation and excellence. As an employee-owned company, we foster an atmosphere that propels diverse career opportunities and professional growth.

Discover your future with us. We support the development of new detection capabilities that use a variety of remote sensing methodologies (EO/IR, Radar, Lidar, Chemical/Biological sensors, etc.). We are seeking outstanding applicants for our

Engineer 2, Optical Systems

position in

Tucson, Arizona . The successful candidate will develop and execute engineering development projects which typically involve applying fundamental understanding of optical phenomena related to various sensor systems, developing performance models, designing optical hardware, and using basic mathematical methods to solve scientific and engineering problems. This position is an exempt, non-supervisory, full-time role.

Primary responsibilities

Design, models, integrates, and tests optical sensor systems including visible and IR cameras, LIDAR systems, and optical test equipment.

Develops software for the purpose of testing and automating test procedures.

Works in conjunction with systems engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers and software engineers to provide integrated design solutions for Arete’s customers.

Responsibilities include assisting with requirements development, concept and detailed design, presentation to customer at SRR, PDR, CDR, assembly, integration, and field testing.

Develop and apply imaging sensor performance models including MTF and radiometric models

Optical systems design including visible and IR imaging system

Testing of Fast Steering Mirrors

Development of requirements

Presentation of results to staff and customers

May support outdoor field tests with occasional travel

Benefits and values We have an impressive range of benefits, programs, and perks that we offer:

Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Vision Reimbursement

Fitness Reimbursement

Financial: 401(k) Retirement Plan Contributions

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Continuing Education Assistance

Work-Life Balance: Flexible Scheduling

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Parental and Bereavement Leave

What we value

Creativity and innovation in solving challenges

Integrity and responsibility in all actions

Collaboration across teams and specialties

Responsiveness in fast-paced environments

Passion for national security and excellence

Experiences and background we look for

Bachelor’s or Master’s in optical engineering, electrical engineering with optics emphasis or other relevant field with strong emphasis on optics

Experience with scientific programming in LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python, or similar languages

Data acquisition and instrument control using LabVIEW or Python

Intellectual curiosity and desire for continuous learning

US citizenship

Nice to have

Infrared imaging experience including system design, modeling and test

Experience with large format (16MP+) cryogenically cooled IR IDECAs

Experience developing custom IR lenses

Experience with Fast Steering Mirrors

Zemax or similar optical design software

Active security clearance

The salary range for this role is

$90,000 to $130,000;

however, Arete considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to: the position and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Other considerations Areté is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination, and we believe every person has the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and equal consideration. Areté is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship is required to meet position eligibility. Successful passage of a criminal background screen is required to meet position eligibility. Selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Areté will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. Successful passage of a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test is required to meet position eligibility. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website because of your disability. To request an accommodation, please contact Areté Human Resources at 818-885-2200 for assistance.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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