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Electro-Optical Research Scientist

Torrance, CA
Full Time
Emerging Technologies
Mid Level

Intellisense Systems, Inc. innovates what seemed impossible.  We are a fast-growing Southern California technology innovator that solves tough, mission-critical challenges for our customers in the aerospace and defense markets.  We design, develop, and manufacture advanced products for ground, maritime, and airborne applications.  Our products have been deployed in every extreme environment on Earth! 

We are looking for an exceptional Research Scientist to join our Emerging Technologies team.  The team works on cutting-edge optical sensor research involving innovative design, selection, and implementation of emerging optoelectronic components, as well as system integration, testing, and troubleshooting.  

As part of the team, you will work alongside other experienced scientists and engineers to develop novel, cutting-edge solutions to several challenging problems.  Understanding and experience with UV/VIS/IR active and passive components, optical, opto-mechanical, and opto-electronic system design, image processing, Lidar-based atmospheric remote sensing, EO/IR sensors, night vision, and electronics are desired. This is a hands-on research and development position with project management responsibilities.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead new concept creation and architecture design, development, and implementation activities related to optical sensor systems development including performance simulation, field prototyping, and testing.
  • Apply experience in the use of modern programming, modeling, and simulation tools (e.g. COMSOL, ZEMAX, Matlab/Simulink, C/C++, Python, LabVIEW, OpenGL and OpenCV libraries) to help develop new technologies.
  • Familiarity with any atmospheric laser propagation simulation software is a plus.
  • Work alongside engineering and research teams in researching, selecting, evaluating, and/or developing component/system and packaging for specific applications.
  • Interact with government and non-government representatives to ensure customer requirements are fully understood and addressed.
  • Lead/provide technical write-ups related to system, hardware, and software development on bids and proposals.
  • MODTRAN (laser propagation software)
  • Other duties as assigned by management.

What You'll Bring:

  • PhD in Photonics, Applied Physics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • 0-2+ years’ direct experience in optical system design, development, laboratory and field prototyping and implementation for remote sensing applications (including years of post-doctoral study.)
  • Good knowledge in laser propagation theory, spectroscopy, atmospheric measurements, design, building, testing, analysis, and evaluation of optical systems.
  • Ability to contribute to development, analysis and troubleshooting of component/system performance.
  • Ability to perform design of experiments, assemble test setups, perform tests, analyze results, relate the results to goals/theory/predictions and make reasonable conclusions.
  • Ability to contribute and lead multiple programs simultaneously, achieving required results on time and on budget.
  • Ability to present technical concepts and designs to Senior Management and customers.
  • Excellent technical writing, verbal communication, and presentation skills to prepare technical proposals and documentation.


Nice to Haves:

  • Citizenship is a plus
  • Industry experience
  • Experience with AI/ML algorithm development/implementation
  • Project planning and execution
  • Understanding/training on laser safety and tests standards
  • Familiarity with RF and fiber optic systems and devices
  • Meta materials and devices experience
  • MWIR/LWIR imaging and sensing experience


What You Could Expect:

  • The freedom to take risks, to innovate, and to be rewarded
  • Partner with trusting leadership that approaches tasks and requests with urgency
  • Deliver products that are continually recognized as industry disruptors


Pay Range:

$106,000-$149,000
However, base salary for this position will vary based on your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits:

  • Alternative Work Schedule (Alternating Fridays Off)
  • Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts 
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • 4 Weeks PTO a year (including 40 hours of PTO your first day)
  • 10 paid holidays 
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) with 4% employer matching
  • Workers Compensation Insurance
  • Voluntary Life Insurance


If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact us by phone at 424-319-7813 or by email at [email protected]  

Unless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3). We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. Intellisense Systems, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.
 

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