Position Summary
Since our inception in 2004, GEOST has been committed to solving mission-critical space domain and ISR challenges for DOD, IC and commercial customers. Our vision is to revolutionize the space-based payload market with innovative and novel designs for space, terrestrial, and airborne environments. As we grow our operations in Tucson, AZ and Northern VA, we remain dedicated to the collaborative and innovative culture that is the foundation of our business. GEOST is an operating unit of LightRidge Solutions.
GEOST seeks an enthusiastic and highly capable Electrical Engineering Scientist to join our growing team of innovators. This position will be responsible for the design and development of complex opto-electronic sensors and systems. A qualified candidate will be adept at working in a dynamic, fast paced environment and be responsible for designing, fielding, testing, and verifying optical and infrared sensors and systems.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Designand test complex opto-electronic sensors and systems.
- Use understanding of laser communications principles and techniques to solve complex projects.
- Collaborate with Quality and Integration and Production in the testing and calibration of opto-electronic systems.
- Design and implement optical testing and fixturing capabilities to align optical systems and verify performance.
Required Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge
- Bachelor’s degree in Optical Sciences or Engineering with an emphasis in opto-electronics design.
- An active US Government Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a Clearance. Current SSBI is preferred.
- Experience in astronomy, physics, or remote-sensing.
- Excellent task management skills including the ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage resources, and deliver results within given constraints.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and present technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Support development of analytical models using common software and languages such as MATLAB, Simulink, STK, GMAT, and Python.
