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The Advanced Electro-Optical Systems Group specializes in the rapid design and prototyping of innovative electro-optic systems that support the Department of Defense, NASA, and other U.S. government organizations. The group has deep expertise in satellite systems, electro-optical and infrared sensors, electronics, image processing, and low-SWaP (size, weight, and power) optical communications. By combining hardware and software development under one roof, the group rapidly architects, prototypes, and deploys end-to-end systems tailored to mission needs. We work closely with end users to transform enabling concepts into operational capabilities on accelerated timelines.

We are seeking self-motivated engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary skill sets and a passion for prototyping cutting-edge systems that address critical national challenges.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated engineer with expertise in electronics and aviation. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation and hands-on experience with hardware systems and/or embedded software. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the design, development, and deployment of advanced aerospace systems in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Job responsibilities include the following:

+ Strong foundation in electro-optical, infrared, or related sensor technologies

+ Experience in hardware and/or software development

+ Knowledge of satellite systems, optical communication, or low-SWaP technologies

+ Ability to work across disciplines

+ End-to-end hardware system design and analysis

Requirements

+ B.S. in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Aeronautical Engineering or other relevant technical field. 5 years of experience would be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree

+ Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills

+ Experience with electro-optical systems, sensors, imaging technologies, or optical communications

+ This is an on-site, collaborative role

Preferred Qualifications

+ Prior work with space systems, autonomous vehicles, or robotics

+ Proficiency in C++, Python, and/or MATLAB

+ Demonstrated ability to solve broad technical problems and complex engineering challenges

Recent Graduate Hiring Range: [[gradRange]]

Experienced Hiring Range: [[experiencedRange]]

Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including—but not limited to—the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.

At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:

+ Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

+ MIT-funded pension

+ Matching 401K

+ Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)

+ Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs

+ Mentorship programs

+ A range of work-life balance options

+ ... and much more!

Please visit our Benefits page (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits) for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits/additional) .

Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.

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