Senior Specialist, Optical Engineering

L3Harris Technologies

. Conduct thorough testing and alignment of complex optical systems within a lab environment .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeFort Wayne • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in optical alignment, testing, and inspection, with a strong focus on compliance and functionality of complex optical systems. Proficient in utilizing optical design software and data analysis tools to support aerospace programs and enhance system performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Optical AlignmentZemax SoftwareHands-On TestingUS DoD Secret Security ClearanceOptical Design and Modeling

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Hard Skills

Optical TestingOptical InspectionSystem TroubleshootingData AnalysisMetalens DesignGenerative AI ImplementationRemote Sensing SystemsLab-Based ExperimentationCompliance VerificationDocumentation Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

MATLABCode V SoftwareFRED Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringGraduate Degree in EngineeringUS DoD Secret Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Optical SystemsAerospace ProgramsInfrared SystemsVisible Space-Qualified SystemsTrade StudiesVendor Assessments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Remote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct thorough testing and alignment of complex optical systems within a lab environment
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to achieve project objectives
Manage tasks and documentation effectively
Document processes, convey technical information, and facilitate teamwork
Troubleshoot and verify system requirements for compliance and functionality
Support optical design and modeling efforts through hands-on application and testing
Receive, clean, and inspect optical components
Participate in systems trade studies and vendor assessments through practical evaluation and lab-based experimentation
Provide onsite support for aerospace programs involving imaging systems spanning UV to LWIR

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in engineering and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience, or in lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience
4 years of experience in hands-on optical alignment, testing, and inspection, preferably with remote sensing infrared and visible space-qualified systems
Experience with Zemax and/or Code V optical software for design and analysis purposes
Must be able to obtain a US DoD Secret security clearance
Preferred: Experience with MATLAB for data analysis and automation of testing procedures
Preferred: Familiarity with FRED or similar stray light analysis software
Preferred: Experience with metalens design and manufacturing
Preferred: Implementation of generative AI to analysis of optical systems
Preferred: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
Strong interpersonal, organizational, written communication, and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off)
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities