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Senior Optical Engineer

Senior Optical Engineer

EOI SpaceLouisville, CO, US
9 days ago
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Who we are :

  • EOI Space is developing and deploying a network of satellites in Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) to provide ultra-high-resolution Earth imagery.  We aim to deliver timely and actionable data for commercial and defense applications.  We are on our way to achieving many industry firsts.  This demands an ambitious team that revels in leaning into challenges, getting hands on, and working together.  Does this sound like you?  EOI Space is looking for a Senior Optical Engineer to contribute to the development, analysis, testing, calibration, and delivery of our electro-optical payload.  This is a high-impact, hands-on role focused on developing and delivering flight hardware — fast, reliably, and cost-effectively.

You will be involved in the full lifecycle of the payload development, from concept through operations on orbit.  What you will do :

  • You will support the design and development of high-performance electro-optical payloads for satellite-based imaging.  This work spans optical modelling and analysis through optical alignment, integration, test, and calibration (both on-ground and in-orbit).  You will work within a multidisciplinary team of payload engineers to ensure that the image quality on-orbit meets the objectives of EOI’s overall system.  Responsibilities :   Support the design, development, and calibration of high-performance EO payloads for satellite-based imaging  Perform optical modeling and analysis (e.g., ray tracing, stray light analysis, MTF, SNR, distortion) using tools like Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, or FRED  Assist in specifying and evaluating optical elements, including lenses, mirrors, filters, and coatings  Collaborate with mechanical and thermal engineers to ensure optical alignment stability across launch and on-orbit environments  Support the integration and alignment of optical components and full payload assemblies  Contribute to optical test setups, including interferometry, collimation, boresight, and environmental testing  Collaborate in pre-launch sensor radiometric, spectral, and geometric calibrations; collaborate in on-orbit calibration.   Interface with vendors and manufacturing partners for optical component procurement and verification  Work with systems and software teams to define imaging performance requirements and calibration strategies  Contribute to the requirements verification for the overall system  Required Qualifications :   Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field  5+ years of experience in optical design and / or analysis; substantial experience with satellite-based electro / optical payloads is required  Proficiency in optical modeling tools (Zemax OpticStudio, FRED, Code V, or equivalent)  Experience in satellite electro-optical payload calibration  Mechanical design and analysis software knowledge, such as SolidWorks, Ansys, SigFit, including numerical analysis software line Python or MATLAB  Experience with optical alignment and test techniques in a laboratory environment  Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team  Compensation :   The salary range for this role is $140,000-$185,000 per year, depending on previous experience.
  • Pay ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.
  • Individual pay will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations :

  • interviews and an assessment of several factors that are unique to each candidate, job-related skills, relevant education and experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate and internal equity.  Work Location :   This is an onsite role to be located in Louisville, CO.  Powered by JazzHR
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