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GDIT

Engineering Technician IV

Norfolk, VA

$28.05 - $37.95/hr

The incumbent will be working in varying temperatures of high heat in the summer and cold in the ... Fiber Optic Cable Handling, Pulling, Forming/Shaping, BOF, Single/Multi, Optical Testing, Fusion ...

General Dynamics Information Technology

$28.05 - $37.95/hr

The incumbent will be working in varying temperatures of high heat in the summer and cold in the ... Fiber Optic Cable Handling, Pulling, Forming/Shaping, BOF, Single/Multi, Optical Testing, Fusion ...

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Engineering Technician V

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$30.88 - $40.25/hr

The incumbent will be working in varying temperatures of high heat in the summer and cold in the ... Fiber Optic Cable Handling, Pulling, Forming/Shaping, BOF, Single/Multi, Optical Testing, Fusion ...

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What is the difference between Summer Optical Engineer vs Summer Optical Technician?

AspectSummer Optical EngineerSummer Optical Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related fieldAssociate's degree or technical certification in optics or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, research facilities, and development projectsManufacturing floors, testing labs, and assembly lines
Employer & Industry UsageOptical design firms, research institutions, tech companiesManufacturers, optical component companies, research labs

Summer Optical Engineers focus on designing and developing optical systems, requiring higher education and analytical skills. In contrast, Summer Optical Technicians assist in manufacturing, testing, and assembling optical components, often with technical certifications. Both roles are vital in the optical industry but differ in responsibilities, credentials, and work environments.

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System Engineer 504

Freedom Technology Solutions Group

Springfield, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Freedom Technology Solutions Group is seeking a Systems Engineer. The Systems Engineer will demonstrate an understanding of product quality requirements and specifications. The ideal candidate will have experience with sensor imaging systems, products, and exploitation processes. They will have an understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle to include independent testing and data verification, requirements, and development of concept of operations. The candidate will work with test plans and procedures and work on an assessment team on a project. Demonstrated experience testing software functionality and usability. A working knowledge of PAN, IR, and RADAR imagery concepts. Experience in test, verification and validation against specifications to meet planned concept of operations and a functional understanding of NSG image chain analysis as well as TCPED concepts.
  • Experience in image science field working with the fundamentals of image processing, image formation, optics, digital signal processing.
  • Strong understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle to include independent testing and data verification, requirements, and development of concept of operations.
  • Ability to define product format requirements for new products to meet integration and interoperability requirements of the NSG.
  • Application of image science knowledge/experience to develop test plans and procedures to assess data quality and accuracy.
  • Experience identifying data needs to adequately perform product assessments to meet test objectives.
  • Experience testing software functionality and quality.
  • Knowledge of basic image science knowledge to quantify visual quality of imagery products and work with developers to trouble shoot causes of errors.
  • Experience developing engineering-quality verification tools.
  • Software development skills to support system engineering tasks and data analysis, specifically C/C++, Python, JAVA, Matlab, IDL and/or scripting languages.
  • High-level written and oral communication skills.

Required Qualifications:
  • Active TS/SCI with the ability to obtain a Poly
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or related field.
  • Junior - Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires guidance, as appropriate.
  • Mid - Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Able to develop and use more complex concepts and processes, conduct root cause problem analysis and develop technical solutions to problems. Guides and supports junior level personnel. Requires guidance when dealing with new, uncertain, undefined or undeveloped tasks.
  • Senior - Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Able to develop and use more complex concepts and processes, conduct root cause problem analysis and develop technical solutions to problems. Guides and supports junior level personnel.

What's in It for You?
Flexible work environment
A team mentality - work with friendly, like-minded professionals
Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies
Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits
A work-life balance you can count on
Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime
The Benefits You Get with Freedom
Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more
Generous paid time off - including paid site closure days
Competitive salary offerings
Paid training and tuition reimbursement
Referral bonuses
Fully paid life and disability
Annual logo wear allowance
Company sponsored events (game nights, holiday party, summer party, happy hours)
Interested in learning more about Freedom and our culture? Contact us today! We're constantly hosting hiring events in our office and elsewhere, to help you get a sense of what life is like at Freedom before joining the team.
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