Electro-Optics System Engineer
Job Fit Check
Base Career helps you apply smarter for this job.
Key skills for this role
About the Role
EDGE seeks a Systems Engineer – Electro-Optic & Imaging Systems to lead end-to-end development and integration of advanced electro-optic sensor systems. The role spans architecture design through system validation, requiring 5+ years of experience in electro-optical systems design.
Key Skills for This Role
Responsibilities
- Implement systems engineering processes for electro optic and imaging systems, including requirements definition, system design, implementation, and verification
- Develop system architectures by translating user needs into functional designs for sensor systems, optical assemblies, and image processing components
- Create detailed specifications, including System and Subsystem Specifications (SSS), Hardware Requirements Specifications (HRS), and Software Requirements Specifications (SRS)
- Support system verification and validation through the documentation of test results and compliance reports related to optical performance and sensor accuracy
- Lead or contribute to cross functional teams across optics, electronics, software, and mechanical engineering, addressing performance trade offs and integration challenges
- Participate in Design Reviews (SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR) and Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), ensuring adherence to established engineering processes and checklists
- Compile and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including Concepts of Operation (CONOPS), Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMP), and Test & Evaluation Plans
- Conduct market research to assess the electro optics landscape, analyze emerging technologies, and identify competitive products
- Manage technical processes including risk management, configuration control, and design decision making
- Prepare and present technical papers, proposals, and reports to internal and external stakeholders
- Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and task delegation to junior engineers or team members as appropriate
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Engineering or a relevant discipline related to Electro Optics or Imaging Systems
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in system engineering, with proven experience in electro optical systems design, imaging sensors, and system integration for optronic applications
- Hands on experience in creating systems specifications, managing development cycles, and validating optical performance
- Exposure to system lifecycle methodologies, such as the V model or Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Strong understanding of systems engineering processes and lifecycle management
- Technical expertise in imaging technologies, sensor systems, optical assemblies, and performance modeling
- Familiarity with system validation, optical testing procedures, and imaging calibration techniques
- Proficiency in requirement management tools such as IBM DOORS
- INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) certification or equivalent
Full Job Posting
External Job Description
- The Systems Engineer – Electro Optic & Imaging Systems will lead the end to end development and integration of advanced electro optic sensor systems, from architecture design through system validation.
Responsibilities
- Implement systems engineering processes for electro optic and imaging systems, including requirements definition, system design, implementation, and verification.
- Develop system architectures by translating user needs into functional designs for sensor systems, optical assemblies, and image processing components.
- Create detailed specifications, including System and Subsystem Specifications (SSS), Hardware Requirements Specifications (HRS), and Software Requirements Specifications (SRS).
- Support system verification and validation through the documentation of test results and compliance reports related to optical performance and sensor accuracy.
- Lead or contribute to cross functional teams across optics, electronics, software, and mechanical engineering, addressing performance trade offs and integration challenges.
- Participate in Design Reviews (SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR) and Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), ensuring adherence to established engineering processes and checklists.
- Compile and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including Concepts of Operation (CONOPS), Systems Engineering Management Plans (SEMP), and Test & Evaluation Plans.
- Conduct market research to assess the electro optics landscape, analyze emerging technologies, and identify competitive products.
- Manage technical processes including risk management, configuration control, and design decision making.
- Prepare and present technical papers, proposals, and reports to internal and external stakeholders.
- Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and task delegation to junior engineers or team members as appropriate.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Engineering or a relevant discipline related to Electro Optics or Imaging Systems.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in system engineering, with proven experience in electro optical systems design, imaging sensors, and system integration for optronic applications.
- Hands on experience in creating systems specifications, managing development cycles, and validating optical performance.
- Exposure to system lifecycle methodologies, such as the V model or Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
Key Skills
- Strong understanding of systems engineering processes and lifecycle management.
- Technical expertise in imaging technologies, sensor systems, optical assemblies, and performance modeling.
- Familiarity with system validation, optical testing procedures, and imaging calibration techniques.
- Proficiency in requirement management tools such as IBM DOORS
- INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) certification or equivalent.
Apply for this job in 1 click
Skip the repetitive application forms
Install the Base Career Chrome Extension and autofill job applications across major job boards with your profile.
Trusted by over 500,000 job seekers on Base Career
More from this employer
More jobs at EDGE
QC Incoming Inspector
Abu Dhabi, UAE
EDGE Group is seeking an Incoming Inspector for LAHAB in Abu Dhabi to perform inspection and testing of production materials, verify compliance of machines and tools, and ensure calibration of IMTEs. Requires high school
QC Inspector
Abu Dhabi, UAE
EDGE Group is seeking a QC Inspector for LAHAB in Abu Dhabi to perform in-process and final inspections of production activities according to specifications. The role requires a high school diploma, 3+ years in mechanica
Senior Specialist EMC
Abu Dhabi, UAE
ADASI, an EDGE company, seeks a Senior RF/EMC Engineer with 7-10+ years of aerospace EMC experience. The role involves defining EMC requirements, supporting testing, performing RCS analysis, and antenna integration. Requ
ECL Specialist (Emirati Talent)
Abu Dhabi, UAE
EDGE Group seeks an ECL Specialist to manage incoming inspection of empty components at LAHAB in Abu Dhabi. Requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science and 5+ years QA experience. The role involv
SME - Hydraulic Systems
Abu Dhabi, UAE
EDGE is seeking a Subject Matter Expert in Hydraulic Systems to serve as the technical authority for UAV hydraulic systems. The role involves leading design, integration, testing, and compliance for aerospace hydraulic s
Principal Systems Engineer - Actuation System
Abu Dhabi, UAE
EDGE is seeking a Systems Engineer for Actuation Systems to design, develop, integrate, and validate actuation systems for UAV platforms. The role involves requirements management, system safety analysis, and cross-disci
Principal Integration Technician Avionics
Abu Dhabi, UAE
EDGE is seeking a Principal Avionics Integration Technician to support ground and flight tests in a high-security environment. The role requires hands-on experience with UAV troubleshooting, avionics diagnostic equipment
Radar Integration & Field Engineer
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Pulse Nova seeks a Radar Integration & Field Engineer to lead integration, commissioning, testing, and field support of advanced radar systems. The role requires hands-on troubleshooting of HW/SW, RF, power, and network
QC Incoming Inspector
Abu Dhabi, UAE
QC Inspector
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Senior Specialist EMC
Abu Dhabi, UAE
ECL Specialist (Emirati Talent)
Abu Dhabi, UAE
SME - Hydraulic Systems
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Principal Systems Engineer - Actuation System
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Principal Integration Technician Avionics
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Radar Integration & Field Engineer
Abu Dhabi, UAE