BSc in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field — advanced degree strongly preferred 7+ years of experience in environmental testing, sensor characterization, or embedded system validation Strong Python proficiency — automation, data analysis, instrument control, and framework development Proven experience bringing up sensors and subsystems on new development platforms Hands-on experience with HW/SW automation design, control systems, and development workflows Strong system-level vision — ability to comprehend the full system architecture and understand how individual sensor components interact within the broader product context System-to-component testing capability — proven ability to conduct system-level validation while diving deep to the component level for root-cause analysis, failure isolation, and detailed characterization Strong experience in environmental test design and execution for electro-optical systems Proficiency in system-level Test firmware development for embedded sensor platforms Demonstrated ability to architect and implement automation frameworks (Python-based) supporting: Instrument control and data acquisitio; API development for system-level integration; End-to-end test orchestration and regression capabilities Knowledge of optical performance metrics — MTF, field of view, distortion, stray light, and dynamic range under varying environmental conditions Familiarity with environmental simulation equipment — solar simulators, rain chambers, thermal chambers, vibration tables, and motion stages Understanding of laser sensor behavior under environmental stress — including atmospheric scattering, thermal drift, and background noise rejection Experience with sensor alignment and calibration methodologies in controlled laboratory settings MSc in Physics, Electro-Optics, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline — considered a significant advantage Experience working with VXcl platforms and Sony image sensors — configuration, bring-up, characterization, and integration Experience developing custom test fixtures and mechanical setups for optical evaluation — including design, specification, and validation of purpose-built environmental and alignment rigs
