Lead Optical Engineer

Lead Optical Engineer

Job Type:Full Time

Job Location:Hyderabad

XDLINX Space Labs

As such, we have an intense culture of curiosity, hunger, and results. If you want a typical 9-5 job, this is not the place for you

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinating and executing key optical manufacturing activities, such as optical metrology and alignment activities for telescope and sensor integration and troubleshooting
• Understanding and executing warm and cold alignment and performance testing of imaging spectrometers, telescopes, and end-to-end instruments
• Developing and expanding upon test software and electrical ground support equipment (GSE) for the characterization and automation of alignment and performance testing
• Organize and participate in integration & test activities in cleanroom environments
• Leading the continued design, manufacturing, testing, and operation of advanced imaging payloads.
• Collaborating with external partners to transfer advanced imaging expertise into Planet to establish a vibrant and financially sustainable platform
• Providing technical oversight of external vendors
• Utilize optical modelling software like Zemax/Code V to simulate and optimize the performance of optical components and detector systems.
• Image Quality Parameter like MTF and SNR, Relative Spectral Response measurements and verification for Multi spectral and Hyperspectral payloads
• Conduct rigorous optical testing and analysis of payload to measure performance metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Non-uniform sensitivity assessment of Camera/Sensor Electronics
• Hands-on experience in handling high-end optical test/characterization equipment like Collimator, Monochromator, Integrated Light sphere, spectra-radiometers, CMOS sensors/cameras
• Hands-on experience in handling Optical cubes, theodolites, prisms for precision alignment.
• Ensure optical systems and components meet high-quality standards and comply with relevant regulations and industry standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's, Master's, in Optical Engineering, Physics with Photonics specialization or a related field.
• Experience in optical system design and analysis, preferably in an industrial or research setting
• 10-16 years of total relevant experience, such as airborne or space-based imaging payloads, cameras, or telescopes.
• 10+ years relevant experience in assembly, integration, alignment, and test of optical instruments, telescopes, and/or optics in fields such as defense, aerospace, automotive, biomedical, or related
• Strong knowledge of optical principles, optical materials, and optical component selection.
• Experience leveraging scientific tools based on Zemax, MATLAB, Python and/or C/C++ to advance design maturity and analyze system performance
• Firsthand experience working with external vendors, suppliers, and integrators
• Experience in recording detailed and accurate test descriptions and data summaries
• Experience in driving the definition and execution of Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
• Experience in manufacturing and production environments, including New Product Implementation (NPI)
• Practical experience troubleshooting and debugging complex systems
• Experience with visible, multispectral or hyperspectral imaging systems
• Experience with collecting large amounts of data, data storage and data manipulation
• Experience collaborating in a technical manner across organizational and functional boundaries to deliver capability to users
• Hands-on experience with optical prototyping, alignment, and testing.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on innovative and practical solutions.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Join our dynamic team of engineers and contribute to cutting-edge optical technologies that have a profound impact. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization focused on pushing the boundaries of optical engineering