Electro-Optical Systems Engineer

Job Title: Electro-Optical Systems Engineer

Location: San Diego, California

Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Job Description:

Seeking an experienced Electro-Optical Systems Engineer to support the development, integration, and optimization of advanced optical and electro-optical systems. This role involves system design, troubleshooting, technical support, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure high-performance system functionality across complex applications, including aerospace and defense-related environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and integrate optical and electro-optical systems and components
• Perform systems engineering activities including system architecture, analysis, testing, and validation
• Troubleshoot complex hardware and system-level issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
• Provide technical support for optical instrumentation and integrated engineering systems
• Support system administration, configuration management, and system performance optimization
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams on product development and system improvements
• Assist with system documentation, reporting, and technical presentations
• Ensure compliance with quality, reliability, and performance standards

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• Minimum 3 years of industry experience in electro-optical systems, optical engineering, or related technologies
• Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles and system integration
• Experience troubleshooting complex electro-optical or instrumentation systems
• Hands-on experience with technical support and engineering problem resolution
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience supporting aerospace, military, or defense-related applications is preferred
• Knowledge of optical measurement equipment, instrumentation, hyperspectral/multispectral imaging, or reflectance systems is a plus

Preferred Skills:

• Optical system design and analysis
• Electro-optical instrumentation
• System integration and validation
• Technical diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Engineering documentation and reporting
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Attention to detail and process improvement