Scientist V

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$116,543 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+9.8% - Much faster than average

Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Software Engineering aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

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Engineering From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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About this role

Scientist V 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. General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) is rapidly expanding its Optical Technologies Group, building a world-class, vertically integrated capability in multi-spectral space and airborne electro-optical (EO) payloads, optical communication terminals (OCTs), adaptive optics (AO), missile seekers, and directed energy (DE) systems. Our mission is to deliver cutting-edge technologies that protect the nation and its warfighters. We invest heavily in optics and photonics infrastructure, internal R&D, and employee-focused technical training. We seek a hands-on, photonics-centric scientist who can both lead laboratory development efforts and contribute to analytical/theoretical research. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, can operate with minimal direction, and communicates a clear technical vision across diverse teams. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: - Lead design, modeling, integration, and testing of advanced electro-optical systems. - Apply expertise in EO system simulation, adaptive optics, free-space optical communications, wavefront sensing, laser systems, radiometry, interferometry, and polarization. - Perform parametric studies, design trade analyses, and performance verification of EO sensor concepts. - Architect and execute laboratory demonstrations, including hands-on optical alignment, assembly, and precision testing. - Develop and implement algorithms for EO data processing (MATLAB, Python). - Utilize optical design software (Zemax, FRED, or equivalent) for conceptual and detailed optical system design. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (systems engineering, opto-mechanics, mechanisms, algorithms, GNC) to mature

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