<p>Job Summary</p> <p>General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.</p> <p>The Optical Sensors Systems group within General Atomics - Electromagnetic Systems Group is developing the next-generation, state-of-the-art Electro-Optical/Infrared Sensor Systems to help defend our national interests and support critical commercial enterprises worldwide.</p> <p>DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>The Optical Sensor Systems group is searching for a Senior Optical Systems Engineer/Architect with advanced Electro-Optical/Infrared Sensor Systems experience. </li><li>The candidate will develop and analyze extremely high performance EO/IR Solutions and Architectures for Space and Airborne Applications. </li><li>The candidate will engage in all aspects of the EO/IR Systems architecture development, requirements development and analysis, conceptual trade studies, design & analysis, subcontractor technical review and management, integration & test, and verification and validation of EO/IR sensor systems for the aerospace industry. </li><li>Experience working with all engineering disciplines to develop verification and validation requirements is highly desired. </li><li>The ideal candidate will have a strong, multi-disciplined technical background and will work directly with internal technical SME's developing requirements and associated documentation, working with customers, and associated sub-contractors. </li><li>The candidate will interface with customers throughout the product life cycle as a lead technical representative and will be responsible for preparing and presenting material for formal design reviews and customer meetings. </li></ul> <p>We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.</p>