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Senior Optical Engineer

Observable SpaceLos Angeles, CA or Adrian, MI
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior

Qualifications

Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and design intricate optical systems for telescopes, including reflective, refractive, and hybrid configurations. Utilize optical design software such as Zemax, Code V, or similar tools for modeling and optimization. Convert system-level requirements into optical specifications that achieve performance benchmarks for resolution, sensitivity, field of view, and aberration management. Conduct comprehensive analyses including tolerance, stray light, and ghosting assessments to guarantee robust performance across various manufacturing and environmental conditions. Establish optical budgets and error allocations, addressing wavefront errors, alignment tolerances, and environmental impacts. Collaborate with mechanical and thermal teams to support STOP (Structural, Thermal, Optical Performance) analysis ensuring optical stability and alignment. Lead optical architecture trade studies focusing on performance, manufacturability, cost, and risk factors. Work closely with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineering to ensure seamless integration of optical components.

About the job

Join Observable Space, where we are revolutionizing the way organizations engage with space through innovative hardware and software solutions. Our mission is to provide continuous and real-time observations of space with our pioneering suite of vertically integrated products. As a frontrunner in advanced telescope design and manufacturing in the United States, our offerings cater to a diverse range of clients including commercial entities, scientific institutions, educational organizations, government agencies, and astronomy enthusiasts.

Backed by distinguished institutional investors such as Upfront Ventures, Oceans Ventures, Venrex, Marlinspike Partners, and Embedded Ventures, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of space observation technology.

Role Overview

We are on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Optical Engineer to spearhead the design, analysis, and optimization of sophisticated optical systems for both terrestrial and space-based telescopes. Your expertise will be vital in translating system requirements into high-performance optical designs, influencing architectural choices, and ensuring optical excellence from concept through integration and validation. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in optical design, complemented by hands-on proficiency in constructing and testing precision optical systems within complex multidisciplinary settings.

About Observable Space

Observable Space is at the forefront of space technology, delivering cutting-edge hardware and software solutions that empower organizations to explore and utilize the cosmos. Our commitment to innovation and excellence positions us as leaders in the field of advanced telescope design and manufacturing, serving a wide array of sectors from commercial to scientific and educational institutions.

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