{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"08efce1a3687d0825ecc8267","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/08efce1a3687d0825ecc8267","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/08efce1a3687d0825ecc8267","title":"Optical Engineer","description":"Technology Project Managers, Inc (TPM) is currently seeking an Optical Systems Engineer, to support advanced aerospace programs aligned with NASA missions. This role focuses on the design, integration, optimization, and validation of complex optical systems used in spaceflight instrumentation, remote sensing, navigation, and scientific payloads. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in optical engineering with strong systems engineering discipline—capable of working across multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-reliability solutions in demanding aerospace environments.TPM brings a team of seasoned Engineers with a proven history of delivering high-performance systems engineering, integration, and aerospace operations services to civil and defense agencies. TPM provides these services throughout all phases of the program life cycle and across the entire space systems architecture, including space and ground assets.Responsibilities:Collaborate in the end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle for optical subsystems, including requirements definition, architecture development, design, integration, and verification.Develop and manage optical system requirements, ensuring traceability to mission-level objectives.Define and execute verification & validation (V&V) plans for optical payloads and subsystemsAssure program Configuration Management (CM) policies are followed as per NASA standards.Design and analyze optical systems such as: Imaging systems (visible, IR, UV), LIDAR and laser-based instruments, Spectrometers and telescopesConduct optical modeling and simulation (e.g., stray light, wavefront error, thermal effects, boresight alingment Structural-Thermal-Optical Performance analysis).Support assembly, integration, and test (AIT) activities for flight hardware.Prepare and present technical documentation, including: System Requirements Documents (SRDs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Design Review materials (PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.)Ability to work onsite in Greenbelt, 9-5, M-FMinimum Qualifications:Clearance: American Citizen or Green Card holder, Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government security clearance (public trust)Education:BS in Aerospace System engineering, physics or other related fields (mechanical, electrical).5+ years (or equivalent advanced experience) in optical systems engineering, preferably in aerospace.Strong understanding of: Optical design principles, Systems engineering processes (e.g., V-model), Space environment constraints (thermal, radiation, vibration)Experience with industry tools (e.g., Zemax, Code V, MATLAB, or equivalent).Demonstrated ability to work on complex, multidisciplinary aerospace programsHighly desired qualifications:Prior experience supporting NASA or major aerospace primes.Expertise in laser systems, remote sensing, navigation and inertial systems or space-based optical instrumentationFamiliarity with cleanroom operations and precision optical alignment.Strong leadership and mentoring capabilitiesSystems thinking with attention to detailAnalytical problem-solving in high-stakes environmentsStrong communication across technical and non-technical stakeholdersInnovation and adaptability in cutting-edge R&D programsOther Skills and Qualifications:Government contracting and contracts capture, Networking, Prospecting, Public Speaking, Research, Writing, Closing Skills, Prospecting Skills, Identification of Customer Needs and Challenges, Market Knowledge, Professionalism, CRM, and Microsoft Office.As a growing engineering company, Technology Project Managers, Inc. is developing a team of engineers and program management professionals to work with its client partners to bring proven performance to our customer’s toughest challenges. Join us at Technology Project Managers, INC, where we are engineering a better tomorrow. Technology Project Managers, INC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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TPM provides these services throughout all phases of the program life cycle and across the entire space systems architecture, including space and ground assets.Responsibilities:Collaborate in the end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle for optical subsystems, including requirements definition, architecture development, design, integration, and verification.Develop and manage optical system requirements, ensuring traceability to mission-level objectives.Define and execute verification & validation (V&V) plans for optical payloads and subsystemsAssure program Configuration Management (CM) policies are followed as per NASA standards.Design and analyze optical systems such as: Imaging systems (visible, IR, UV), LIDAR and laser-based instruments, Spectrometers and telescopesConduct optical modeling and simulation (e.g., stray light, wavefront error, thermal effects, boresight alingment Structural-Thermal-Optical Performance analysis).Support assembly, integration, and test (AIT) activities for flight hardware.Prepare and present technical documentation, including: System Requirements Documents (SRDs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Design Review materials (PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.)Ability to work onsite in Greenbelt, 9-5, M-FMinimum Qualifications:Clearance: American Citizen or Green Card holder, Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government security clearance (public trust)Education:BS in Aerospace System engineering, physics or other related fields (mechanical, electrical).5+ years (or equivalent advanced experience) in optical systems engineering, preferably in aerospace.Strong understanding of: Optical design principles, Systems engineering processes (e.g., V-model), Space environment constraints (thermal, radiation, vibration)Experience with industry tools (e.g., Zemax, Code V, MATLAB, or equivalent).Demonstrated ability to work on complex, multidisciplinary aerospace programsHighly desired qualifications:Prior experience supporting NASA or major aerospace primes.Expertise in laser systems, remote sensing, navigation and inertial systems or space-based optical instrumentationFamiliarity with cleanroom operations and precision optical alignment.Strong leadership and mentoring capabilitiesSystems thinking with attention to detailAnalytical problem-solving in high-stakes environmentsStrong communication across technical and non-technical stakeholdersInnovation and adaptability in cutting-edge R&D programsOther Skills and Qualifications:Government contracting and contracts capture, Networking, Prospecting, Public Speaking, Research, Writing, Closing Skills, Prospecting Skills, Identification of Customer Needs and Challenges, Market Knowledge, Professionalism, CRM, and Microsoft Office.As a growing engineering company, Technology Project Managers, Inc. is developing a team of engineers and program management professionals to work with its client partners to bring proven performance to our customer’s toughest challenges. 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