Senior Optomechanical Engineer

Muon Space

Senior Optomechanical Engineer at Muon Space developing infrared remote sensing instruments. Involves design, assembly, integration, and testing of optomechanical subsystems for space applications.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $184,000 - $223,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in optomechanical design, including proficiency in CAD for component and assembly design, and experience with STOP analysis tools. Capable of collaborating effectively in multi-disciplinary environments and supporting the integration and testing of complex imaging systems.

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Optomechanical DesignCAD ProficiencySTOP Analysis ToolsSystem IntegrationOptical Instrument Testing

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Hard Skills

Optomechanical DesignSTOP AnalysisSystem CharacterizationPrecision Optical MetrologyMechanical Metrology

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPresentation SkillsOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

SolidWorksFEASigfitZemax

Certifications & Qualifications

Ph.D. in Relevant FieldM.S. in Relevant FieldB.S. in Relevant FieldSecurity Clearance (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Imaging SystemsInfrared Remote Sensing InstrumentsDesign for ManufacturingAssembly Integration and TestMulti-Disciplinary Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyRemote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own optomechanical design efforts including concept development, trade studies, and preliminary sizing of hardware at various levels of assembly (component to system).
Own subsystem and system-level analyses including STOP analysis, tolerance stackups, and alignment planning.
Support Design for Manufacturing/Assembly (DFM/DFA) efforts to drive continuous improvement and volume production.
Support optical instrument assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) planning and implementation, including collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Support subsystem and instrument-level testing, including environmental (vibration, thermal-vacuum (TVAC) testing) and system characterization/V&V.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of best practices, processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in instrument development.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with subsystem engineers and analysts, instrument and spacecraft systems engineers, AI&T and production teams, program managers, external partner teams, and other stakeholders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. and 3+ years of experience designing optomechanical hardware for imaging systems; or M.S. and 6+ years industry experience; or B.S. and 8+ years industry experience.
Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred) for component and assembly design.
Experience with STOP analysis tools (FEA, Sigfit, Zemax) and workflows.
Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment, with exposure to spacecraft, infrared remote sensing instruments, and imaging systems.
Experience working with precision optical and mechanical metrology equipment.
Experience with system integration and delivery of complex hardware/software systems.
Excellent communication, presentation, and organization skills.
Excited to work in a fast-paced environment with new challenges each week.
Ability to obtain security clearance strongly preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k retirement plan
Short & long term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Unlimited sick time
Paid parental leave