Senior Optical Engineer, Design & Architecture

The Anduril Imaging team designs and deploys advanced imaging systems using computer vision, perception, electro-optical, infrared, and sensor data to aid security efforts.

We are seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to focus on design and architecture for an expanding product line transitioning from prototyping to maturity.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture decisions and optical trades for novel optical systems
• Design lenses and optical components for high-performance imaging systems
• Define optical performance requirements considering multi-disciplinary engineering constraints
• Transition high-TRL prototype optical assemblies to production fieldable systems
• Design and tolerance complex visible to infrared optical systems for ground and airborne applications
• Develop and review test setups, procedures, and data for product transitions
• Evaluate and analyze prototype and production optical system performance errors
• Collaborate with senior staff and leadership as an Optical Engineering subject matter expert

Required Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Physics/Astronomy with a concentration in Optics
• MS or PhD preferred
• 5+ years of experience with complex opto-mechanical systems
• Experience building wide field MWIR, LWIR, or multiband imaging optical systems
• Expertise with optical design and analysis software (Zemax or CodeV)
• Experience with STOP analysis
• Knowledge of image quality metrics and data analysis methods
• Experience with diffraction-limited imaging systems in dynamic environments
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated first-principles approach to complex opto-mechanical problems
• Optical component testing experience
• Experience with radiometry and stray light analysis
• Demonstrated team leadership experience and mentoring of junior staff
• Knowledge of common materials used in optical systems and limitations of fabrication methods

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package
• Highly competitive equity grants
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees