Space Electro-optical Systems Research

Join our team of motivated engineers and scientists eager to innovate in the topic area of satellite and ground based electro-optical research related to free space optical communications!  Seeking advanced degree (MS/PhD) researchers with an interest in development of new free space optical communication systems, pointing/acquisition/tracking servo-control systems, coherent and direct detection optical communication waveforms, error correction codes, signal processing, fiber optic transceivers, photonic integrated circuits, electro-optical imaging systems, radiometry, ground-based optical telescope systems, pulsed and CW laser systems, time transfer, and positioning, navigation and timing systems. We seek to grow our research cadre, and expand delivery of advanced technology and capabilities to the Nation. 

Seeking advanced degree researchers with a desire to innovate, design experiments, analyze, build and characterize laboratory testbeds, develop new techniques, and mature technology from basic research to development of prototypes and future testing with experimental satellites and systems.  Researchers expected to ideate and grow a research base, participate in conferences, and publish novel and innovative findings in peer-reviewed journals. Comfortable working in a collaborative laboratory environment, building new research relationships, and engaging a group of world-class scientists and researchers working to innovate next-generation technology solutions!

Please feel free to share any publications or reports that capture your experience and interests.  Seeking candidates with advanced degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, Geophysics, Astronomy and related areas.

Positions located in Washington, DC, with local travel to nearby field sites in Virginia and Maryland.  Access to world-class research facilities and instrumentation.  

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Founded July 2, 1923, the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) is a scientific and engineering command dedicated to research that drives innovative advances for the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps.  This announcement is focused on recruitment of researchers in the Naval Center for Space Technology, Space Systems Development Division, Electro-Optics Technology Section.