Lead the execution of projects including the Model, design and analysis of high-performance imaging hardware, specifically focusing on telescopes and optical elements assemblies.
Work with the optoelectronics team to design and validate designs through rigorous calibration and experimentation in labs and plant.
Ensure the project's operational success, including designing, manufacturing, supplier development and tracking of key development phases.
Be the primary technical point of contact responsible for optical elements as filters and telescopes, interfacing with other engineers.
Interpret mission specific and spacecraft system level requirements and establish the baseline technical requirements.
Provide technical support for operations.
Prepare/update/present subsystem design analysis documentation for design reviews throughout the project life cycle.
Define integration and test plans and requirements for the optical elements development.
Manage any anomalies or non-conformances throughout the project life cycle and present NCRs.
Suggest improvements in optomechanical design to simplify manufacturing processes and improve quality.
Collaborate with mechanical engineers in design of optical systems components and alignment, integration and calibration procedures.
Partner with multiple suppliers to obtain the best product costing and quality and improve supply chain reliability.

Degree in optical engineering, applied mathematics, mechanics, optomechanics, physics, image processing or similar field of study or equivalent work experience.
Experience executing complex engineering projects in a dynamic environment with tight deadlines.
5+ years of experience in optics, photography, laser engineering, sensors, camera design, optomechanics or similar.
3+ years leading projects.
Advanced English proficiency levels.
Experience / background with ray tracing optical design.
Experience / background with opto-mechanical design.
Experience in image processing techniques (basic).
Availability to travel to suppliers (mainly in Europe) or manufacturing plant (in Uruguay) as required.

Senior Optomechanical Engineer

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