Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. #### WHAT YOU’LL DO
Lead the assembly, integration and test for novel optical systems
Work with optical suppliers to procure optical elements, including regular status updates, technical oversight, acceptance test verification, and anomaly resolutions. - Generate alignment plans and procedures
Align optical systems with equipment including autocollimators, theodolites, alignment telescopes, interferometers, lens alignment stations, and various other mechanical methods
Manage integration and test vendors to successfully scale production of complex infrared assemblies. - Develop and review test setups, procedures, and data to transition products and systems from R&D to production
Evaluate and analyze prototype and production optical system performance errors to determine root cause
Interface with test and evaluation teams to qualify optical performance through lab, field, and airborne testing. #### REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
BS in Engineering or Physics/Astronomy required with a concentration in Optics
5+ years of experience with complex opto-mechanical systems, performing optical assembly, integration, and testing in the workforce
Strong experience on free space optical systems integration and development for a space or airborne environment. - Knowledge of how electro-optical systems are specified, developed, manufactured, and tested
Experience with optical tolerancing, lens manufacturing methods, and drawing standards
Knowledge and experience laboratory testing including optical component testing experience (spectral transmission, interferometry, etc.), optical system alignment, and testing (EE, MTF, PSF, etc.)
Demonstrated experience in the integration, test, and performance requirements verification and validation of optical systems
Experience in prototype and production development, including requirements validation
Experience with optical design and analysis software (Zemax or CODE V)
Data analysis proficiency in Matlab, Python, or similiar
Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
MS or PhD in Optics
Demonstrated first principles approach to complex opto-mechanical problems
Knowledge of image quality metrics and data analysis methods
Experience with the test and evaluation of optical systems through thermally and vibrationally dynamic environments. - Demonstrated team leadership experience and mentoring of junior staff
Knowledge of common materials used in infrared optical systems and limitations of fabrication methods of optics (molded, polished, diamond turned)
Strong optomechanical engineering background, with experience in lens bonding and retention, athermalization, and mount design. - Experience with Zygo MX, 4D 4Sight, or Apre Reveal interferometry software
US Salary Range
$190,000—$252,000 USD
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
Benefits
At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.
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