Description:
We are looking to hire a Display Technology Research Engineer to support our operations within the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Eglin, AFB Florida. The candidate would conduct research and development related to display technology testing and characterization and design and execute experiments to evaluate display systems. TEKsystems is seeking a to support KHILS. This team is creating the simulation for topical environments and infrared sensors at KHILS. They are creating Virtual Reality for the weapons and munitions that come out of AFRL.
This person will spend the majority of their time Working on setting up and operating emerging infrared scene projector technologies. This requires setting up optics, optomechanical elements, and perhaps designing / buying fixtures to improve optical setups. Among this are the responsibilities to take careful notes, collect data from these systems, and share this data with team members. Long term the expectation is this person will become more and more self-sufficient and have the ability to extrapolate on what needs to be studied with these systems to ensure they can mature.
They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize display systems and develop and maintain scripts for data acquisition and analysis. The candidate will be responsible for analyzing data and providing insights for display technology improvements, providing regular updates to team members and government sponsors on research progress, and staying up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies. This position is not eligible for remote work and the successful candidate will work with other assigned engineers on-site.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optics, or related field
2+ years working in a laboratory environment
Strong engineering and research skills
Proficiency in optics and optomechanics
Experience scripting control software of laboratory instrumentation
Proficient in data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in characterizing display technologies (MEMS, LCD, OLED, LED, etc.)
Experience with infrared cameras and camera calibration.
Experience with display calibration
Familiarity with display measurement equipment (cameras, spectrometers, spectroradiometers, colorimeters, photodiode detectors, etc.)
Skills:
C++, matlab, optomechanics, optics
Top Skills Details:
C++,matlab,optomechanics,optics
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Candidate must have strong communication skills and the ability to be a team player and multitask. Priorities and projects may change quickly due to customer demands.
A successful candidate for this role and environment MUST be a self-starter and actively seek out feedback. Personality is a big deal for this environment as this person will be responsible for briefing the government customer on their work updates and to the development team.
Experience Level:
Intermediate Level
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About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
