Provide advanced engineering, research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) support to Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane across maritime, expeditionary, and airborne domains
Conduct research and engineering analyses to identify critical enabling EO/IR technologies and assess their suitability for specific warfighting applications
Execute laboratory, field, and range testing for lasers, visual augmentation systems, multi-sensor EO/IR targeting systems, weapon sights, sensors, and shipboard gun weapon system optics
Analyze system performance data and conduct modeling, simulation, and quick-reaction assessments to address emerging operational needs
Identify and address technology gaps; develop recommendations to enhance leading-edge EO/IR capabilities and ensure alignment with evolving adversarial threats
Support development of improved EO/IR components and subsystems aimed at reducing lifecycle costs and increasing reliability across multiple platforms
Assist with integration and technology transition efforts to ensure new capabilities can be adopted into existing systems or platforms
Develop technical documentation including test plans, engineering reports, analyses, design documentation, and recommendations for technology insertion
Collaborate with government engineers, scientists, program managers, and cross-functional stakeholders to advance scientific and technical objectives

9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
Experience with electro-optical, infrared, or laser-based systems
Knowledge of optical sensors, imaging systems, detectors, and optical components
Experience with data analysis tools and engineering software
Active Secret clearance.

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