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Electrophysics Engineer/Scientist 4

The Structures Company
Albuquerque, NM Contractor
POSTED ON 9/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026

JOB TITLE: Electrophysics Engineer/Scientist 4
LOCATION: Albuquerque, NM
PAY RATE: $95.50/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

  • Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

  • Clearance: Active Top Secret Security Clearance required to start.

  • Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

  • Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

  • Perks: Bonus potential Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

  • Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

  • Shift: First shift, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Qualifying Questions:

  • Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

  • Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

  • Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

  • Develops and validates requirements for electro-optical systems, sensor, laser, and other electromagnetic systems and components.

  • Develops architectures to integrate multiple systems into higher level systems and platforms.

  • Performs trade studies, modeling, simulation, and other forms of analysis to predict component, interconnects and system performance and to optimize design.

  • Designs complex electro-optical and laser systems.

  • Develops new and improved modeling and simulation techniques.

  • Develops and implements critical tests to validate performance of designs to requirements.

  • Provides guidance and support product lifecycle to resolve complex issues.

  • Manages appropriate aspects of critical supplier and partner performance to ensure compliance to requirements.

  • Supports project management by coordinating development of statement of work, budget, schedule and other required inputs.

  • Generates major sections of large-scale proposals to support development of new business.

Requirements:

  • Active Top Secret Security Clearance required to start.

  • Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

  • 5 years minimum of related experience.

  • Education or work experience in Electro-Optics.

  • Experience with Electro Optical including producing specifications, tolerances, simulations, assembly, integration and test of fiber optic sensors, systems and components, including sensors, lasers, fiber-optics, and telecommunications products.

  • Experience in laser and electro-optical systems and optical communication systems requirements development, integration, testing and analysis.

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.

  • Preferred: Experience in electro-optical design and analysis using Zemax, CodeV or an equivalent software design package.

  • Preferred: Experience performing analysis on EO/IR systems.

  • Preferred: Experience effectively communicating and collaborating on multi-discipline teams.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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