Electro-optics Engineer
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Electro-Optics Engineer Annapolis Junction, MD Up to $51.14/hour
Position Overview:
Seeking an Electro-Optics Engineer to support development of advanced photonic and laser-based systems used in communications, sensing, and imaging applications. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and integrating optical and photonic technologies for next-generation systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and test electro-optical and photonic systems
- Support development of free-space optical (FSO) and fiber optic communication systems
- Collaborate with device, hardware, and software engineering teams
- Specify and evaluate active and passive optical components
- Develop system performance models and benchmarks
- Create and execute optical test procedures
- Select and utilize optical test and measurement equipment
- Support hardware prototyping, integration, and field testing
- Required Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field 2+ years of relevant experience, ORMaster's degree with 6 months of relevant experience
- Understanding of electrical and optical engineering principles
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with optical lab testing, hardware integration, or system testing
- Familiarity with optical communications test equipment
- Experience or interest in hardware prototyping and field testing
- Experience with tools such as MATLAB, Lumerical, Zemax, VPI, Python, C/C++, or LabVIEWAgile development experience
Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship required Why Join CPI?For over 40 years, Contract Professionals, Inc. (CPI) has connected engineering professionals with leading defense and advanced technology programs. We provide dedicated recruiter support, transparent communication, and opportunities that align with your technical expertise and career goals. US CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT: This assignment is a US Government Contract which requires all applicants to be US Citizens. NO SUBCONTRACT REQUIREMENT: No third-party applicants will be considered. If you are a third-party contracting company, please do not respond to this position.