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Space Dynamics Laboratory · 3 days ago

Senior Radiometric Calibration Engineer

North Logan, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$130K/yr - $167K/yr

14+ years exp

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an experienced Radiometric Calibration Engineer to perform pre-launch system-level test and calibration of electro-optical sensors on space flight sensor programs. The role involves developing test plans, analyzing calibration data, and collaborating across engineering disciplines to ensure the successful performance of optical sensors.

Non Profit

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develops optical sensor test and calibration plans and data collection procedures

Analyzes data from optical sensor calibration tests and assists in the reporting and presenting of test data

Develops and applies advanced methods, theories, and measurement techniques in the investigation and solution of complex optical sensor calibration problems

Reviews literature, patents, and current practices relevant to assigned projects

Develops new hardware to test and calibrate optical sensors

Works with vendors to acquire new hardware to test and calibrate optical sensors

Conducts complex tests and investigations

Supports proposals for new optical sensor projects

Collaborates across engineering disciplines, including mechanical, thermal, electrical, systems, contamination, calibration, and quality

Interfaces with technical support personnel, Technical Writers, Engineering Technicians, and Program Managers as required

May cultivate business development relationships with customers

Provides technical leadership for more junior-level employees

May take a leadership role in design reviews and larger proposal efforts

Qualification

Radiometric calibrationElectro-optical systemsData analysisMATLABPythonOptical engineeringMeasurement techniquesCommunication skillsLeadershipMentoringRelationship building

Required

Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain US Government Security Clearance

Bachelor's or advanced degree in an appropriate technical field (e.g. optical engineering, electrical engineering, optical sciences, physics, applied physics, engineering physics, or related technical field)

14+ years relevant full-time work experience with a bachelor's degree, or 12+ years with a master's degree, or 8+ years with a PhD

Interdisciplinary familiarity of electro-optical systems including optical, electrical, software, thermal and mechanical disciplines

Experienced user of MATLAB, Python, or other technical software used for data analysis

Considered an expert in one or more of the following: radiometric calibration, Fourier transform spectrometers, blackbodies, optical alignment test equipment, theodolites, optical wavefront interferometers, optical radiation detectors, measurement of sensor response linearity, or other measurement techniques, or equipment specific to electro-optical sensor calibration

Knowledge of radiometric modeling principles

Understanding of science objectives and requirements and ability to flow down to instrument and calibration requirements

Experience planning and executing tests to characterize electro-optical system-level performance

Experience performing data analysis to characterize electro-optical system-level performance, including uncertainty analysis

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to author professional papers and reports

Ability to anticipate risks and develop contingency plans to manage them

Ability to provide leadership and mentoring to junior Engineers

Ability to coordinate and lead engineering teams

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities

Ability to build strong relationships with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally, while maintaining trust and collaboration in challenging situations

Preferred

Expert user of MATLAB, Python, or other technical software used for data analysis

Experience developing or procuring new hardware used for calibration of electro-optical sensors (e.g., blackbodies, integrating spheres, spectrometers)

Demonstrated experience leading small technical teams to complete projects or proposal efforts