Senior Research Scientist

Torrance, CA
$125,000-180,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

23 hours ago
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Intellisense Systems, Inc. is a privately held company with a proven track record of developing and deploying innovative products that successfully operate in the most extreme environments. We are a fast-growing Southern California technology innovator that solves tough, mission-critical challenges for our customers in the aerospace, defense, and commercial markets. We design, develop, and manufacture advanced products for ground, maritime, and airborne applications.We are looking for a Senior Research Scientist with proven track record of identifying and solving challenging science problems to join our Emerging Technologies team. The team works on cutting-edge optical sensor research involving innovative design, selection, and implementation of emerging optoelectronic components, as well as system integration, testing, and troubleshooting.As part of the team, you will work alongside other experienced scientists and engineers to develop novel, cutting-edge solutions to several challenging problems. Understanding and experience with UV/VIS/IR active and passive components, optical, opto-mechanical, and opto-electronic system design, image processing, Lidar-based atmospheric remote sensing, EO/IR sensors, night vision, and electronics are desired. This is a hand-on research and development position with project management responsibilities.Responsibilities:

Solve challenging science and engineering problems in the field of optics and photonics through critical thinking, developing new concepts, and application of new methods.
Develop system architectures, perform modeling and simulation, develop prototypes, conduct experiments, and demonstrate innovative technologies that are focused on optical sensor systems.
Apply experience in the use of modern programming, modeling, and simulation tools (e.g. COMSOL, ZEMAX, Matlab/Simulink, C/C++, Python, LabVIEW, OpenGL and OpenCV libraries, etc.) to help develop new technologies. Familiarity with any atmospheric laser propagation simulation software is a plus.
Work alongside with engineering and research teams in researching, selecting, evaluating, and/or developing component/system and packaging for specific applications.
Interact with government and non-government representatives to ensure the customer requirements are fully understood and addressed.
Lead/provide technical write-ups related to system, hardware, and software development on bids and proposals.
Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

PhD in Photonics, Applied Physics, Optical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
5-8 years’ direct experience in optical system design, development, laboratory and field prototyping and implementation for remote sensing applications (including any post-doctoral research work).
Must demonstrate proficiency and knowledge in laser propagation theory, spectroscopy, atmospheric measurements, design, building, testing, analysis, and evaluation of optical systems.
Must be able to assemble, develop design of experiments, test, analyze and troubleshoot component/system performance.
Must be able to contribute and lead multiple programs simultaneously, achieving required results on time and on budget.
Must be able to prepare technical proposals and documentations.
Ability to present technical concepts and designs to Senior Management and customers.
Must have excellent technical writing, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
Must have at least US Citizenship or permanent residency

Nice to Haves:

Experience with AI/ML algorithm development/implementation
Project planning and execution
Understanding/training on laser safety and tests standards
Meta materials and devices
MWIR/LWIR imaging and sensing

What You Could Expect:

The freedom to take risks, to innovate, and to be rewarded
Partner with trusting leadership that approaches tasks and requests with urgency
Deliver products that are continually recognized as industry disruptors

Pay Range:$125,000-$180,000
However, base salary for this position will vary based on your skills, qualifications, and experience.Benefits:

4 Weeks PTO a year (including 40 hours of PTO your first day)
10 paid holidays
401(k) with 100% employer matching up to 4% of salary (no vesting period)
Multiple options for Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance plans
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance (30% of Tuition with a minimum qualifying grade)
100% Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
100% Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
100% Paid Workers Compensation Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance

The unique culture at Intellisense offers the entrepreneurial spirit of a smaller company with the support and expertise of a larger organization. We are looking for individuals that have a wide breadth of experience while also being subject matter experts in their respective field.With an immediate 40-hours of paid time off and 100% 401(k) matching up to 4% of your annual salary without a vesting period, we recognize that employees are our greatest resource and that finding the right individuals will make our company even better.If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact us by phone at 424-319-7813 or by email atUnless otherwise stated in the requirements section of an individual job listing, our positions require U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or other status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3). Intellisense Systems, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.SP 25010-APowered by JazzHR

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