Lead Optical Systems Engineer
Company: Radiance Technologies
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Radiance Technologies, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking
candidates for a Lead Optical Systems Engineer position. The
candidate will provide critical technical support and systems
engineering oversight to a government program office focused on
countering emerging surveillance systems. This position will
leverage DoDI 5000.02 Middle Tier Acquisition for Rapid
Prototyping, requiring a talented engineer who can work with a
cross-functional team and oversee contractor efforts in the design,
integration and test of novel directed energy weapon systems. The
candidate will provide systems engineering and technical assistance
(SETA) support all phases of an end-to-end system lifecycle from
design and development to test, evaluation, and operations of
advanced optical systems. Required Skills Bachelor’s degree in
electrical engineering, Physics, or a related technical field. Must
be a U.S. Citizen with an active DoD Top Secret security clearance
with SCI eligibility. Proven ability to lead technical teams and
initiatives in a dynamic environment. Can lead an integrated team
focused on laser systems, beam directors and integration. Advise
the Government Product Team on matters of the physics and
engineering constraints of high-power laser systems. A self-starter
with exceptional oral and written communication skills suitable for
interacting with government customers and development contractors.
Ability analyze and assimilate technical information, lead
technical assessments and provide recommendations to the Government
customer. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Can
convey complex technical concepts to non-specialists. Required
Experience 10 years of relevant experience in design, development,
and test of systems. Minimum 5 years focused on optical systems,
directed energy, high-power lasers, or similar technologies
Integrating complex systems using System Engineering Principles.
Experience with radiometry, pulsed lasers and continuous wave
lasers. Experience reviewing and assessing optical system designs,
test procedures and test results. Experience building or analyzing
an optical system link budget to assess requirements and design
feasibility. Familiarity with integrating optical payloads onto
ground-based or airborne platforms. Desired Qualifications Master's
Degree in a relevant technical field. Degree (any level) with a
focus in Optical Engineering. Familiarity with programs utilizing
Other Transactional Authority (OTA) vehicles. Working knowledge of
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and its application to
optical system design. Experience with test and evaluation of
directed energy systems. Experience with hardware-in-the-loop
(HWIL) testing of directed energy systems. Experience with active
and passive tracking, beam control, and atmospheric propagation
Understanding laser/ma Radiance Technologies is 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 protected veteran status.
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