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Senior Optical Engineer

Coordinate optical manufacturing activities for advanced imaging payloads in Earth observation missions.
San Francisco, California, United States
Senior
2 weeks ago
Planet Labs

Planet Labs

Provides satellite imaging and geospatial data to empower decision-making with daily global coverage.

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✨ About The Role

- The Senior Optical Engineer will support the design, manufacturing, integration, testing, and operation of advanced imaging payloads. - Responsibilities include coordinating optical manufacturing activities and executing alignment and performance testing of imaging systems. - The role involves writing test plans and analyzing measured data for alignment and calibration of imaging systems. - The engineer will develop and expand test software and electrical ground support equipment for automation of testing processes. - Collaboration with external partners to transfer advanced imaging expertise into Planet is a key aspect of the job.

âš¡ Requirements

- The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of relevant experience in airborne or space-based imaging payloads, cameras, or telescopes. - A strong background in assembly, integration, alignment, and testing of optical instruments is essential. - Proficiency in scientific tools such as Zemax, MATLAB, Python, and/or C/C++ is required to advance design maturity and analyze system performance. - Candidates should possess excellent interpersonal skills and a hands-on, can-do attitude to collaborate effectively across teams. - Experience working with external vendors, suppliers, and integrators is crucial for this role.
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Senior Optical Engineer
San Francisco, California, United States
Engineering
About Planet Labs
Provides satellite imaging and geospatial data to empower decision-making with daily global coverage.