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Optical Scientist/Research Physicist

DCS Corporation, Washington, DC, United States

Duration: Full Time


DCS Corporation is looking for an Optical Scientist to develop novel sensing techniques for military applications.

Essential job function:

This is a laboratory-based position to design, build, test and analyze results from optical systems.

Experience and interest in one or more areas of: optics, camera technology, image processing/analysis and signals processing.

Interest in publishing and presenting results at relevant conferences and symposiums.

The position is on-site at a Government facility.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of the work, US Citizenship is required.

Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering, physics, optics or a related field and 4 years of experience (master's degree)/2 years of experience (PhD) in optical systems or related work.

Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.