What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electro-Optical/Infrared (EOIR) Measurements Engineer position at Resonant Sciences, LLC?
Electro-Optical/Infrared (EOIR) Measurements Engineer
Resonant Sciences LLC has an immediate opening for an EOIR Measurements Engineer to join our Dayton, Ohio team. The position provides an opportunity to join a fast-paced elite team whose primary mission is to support our Nation's War Fighters. The candidate for this position shall be a self-starter who can work independently, unsupervised, and with little guidance. The candidate will have an opportunity to be a member of a world-class team consisting of talented and dedicated engineers, technicians and professionals who work together to interrupt and challenge the status quo to design and develop state-of-the-art technologies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
We are looking for an EOIR Measurements Engineer with experience in measurement, characterization, and reporting of optical properties of materials such as angularly dependent spectral emissivity and reflectance. This experience would consist of (1) a theoretical understanding of such EOIR properties and their effects on integrated system EOIR characteristics, (2) a practical understanding of the execution of high-quality laboratory measurements, and (3) detailed experience in the design and implementation of relevant measurement systems such as visible and thermal cameras, visible/midwave/longwave spectrometer systems, and goniometers. The primary tasks of this role will involve material measurements, measurement system design and implementation, program management, customer interaction and support, as well as the direction of technicians and junior engineers. You will be required to work closely with all stakeholders in various departments; therefore, strong interpersonal skills are a necessity. We expect the chosen candidate to be hands-on in our labs and production floor working with our technicians. Below are critical functions of this position:
• Perform and/or direct the collection of high-quality EOIR surface property measurements.
• Perform material property extractions on a wide array of target materials.
• Design measurement systems for the EOIR characterization of materials and structures.
• Design materials and structures for EOIR applications.
• Develop and write data reports and hardware manuals.
• Consult with stakeholders in other departments to facilitate moving material and measurement system technologies from design and development to production and delivery.
• Communicate technical concepts and results to external and internal customers to influence company/program decisions
• Provide technical guidance in the development of new technologies for materials, measurements, and systems.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• A Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or Doctorate preferred) from an accredited institution with a concentration in a relevant Engineering or Physical Sciences discipline
• A minimum of five years’ experience in EOIR characterization and measurement of materials and structures.
• A minimum of five years’ experience in the design of measurement systems for the characterization of EOIR materials and structures.
• Experience in writing reports, manuals, and proposals.
• A desire to work in a fast-paced work environment with a motivated team that prides itself on its attention to detail, agility, and ability to execute.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to be a team player
• Must be eligible to obtain and/or maintain a Secret Clearance. Active clearance is preferred
• Must be a US Citizen.
PREFERRED QUALITIES AND ABILITIES:
• Experience with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Experience with MATLAB and LabVIEW (or equivalent).
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?:
• Become part of a high-tech, fast paced, and fun work environment that is highly impactful, exciting and collaborative.
• Flexible working environment that enables our employees to balance work and personal life.
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits with extremely low employee cost share for you and your eligible dependents.
• A well-funded Health Spending Account with standard account fees paid by Resonant Sciences.
• 10 Federal Holidays (6 Standard, 4 Floating).
• A flexible Paid Time Off plan for employees.
• A generous retirement plan, subject to plan, IRS and ERISA rules.
WHO ARE WE?
Resonant Sciences is a research and development firm located in Dayton, Ohio focused on developing and transitioning innovative technologies and solutions to developmental and operational platforms. Our areas of expertise include radome and antenna design and fabrication, custom electronic solutions, and RF measurements of materials, antennas, radomes, and subsystems. Our extensive capabilities include design and analysis, production, and ground and flight testing. A career at Resonant Sciences means that you will be involved in the complete development life cycle, seeing your design evolve from development prototype to incorporating mission requirements to technical specifications into a finished product for field testing.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
