Some specific tasks include:

Modelling and Simulation

• Design and use of system models
• MATLAB, Simulink, Python, Excel (advanced)
• Hardware-in-the-loop simulations
• Component (e.g. detector) level simulation up to system level simulation
• Evaluation and optimisation for the purpose of improving overall system performance.

Lens design analysis

• Evaluating existing and proposed optical designs
• Commercial lens design packages
• Modelling as part of larger system model

Filter design and evaluation

• Understanding of thin film filters
• Understanding of absorption filters
• Measurement of filters
• Robustness design.

Algorithm Design and Signal Processing

• Assist in algorithm development and optimisation as required

Data Analysis

• Data analysis of measurements
• Summary and presentation of results
• Preparing algorithms for deployment onto embedded systems

Your profile

Required skills:

• Optic, electro-optic and radiometry knowledge will be an advantage.
• MATLAB, Python and similar tools – advanced knowledge and experience required.
• Optics simulation knowledge will be an advantage.
• Optical filter knowledge will be an advantage.
• Good skills in summarising and presenting results
• Basic system engineering knowledge

Desired skills:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a scientific or engineering R&D and /or product development environment  
• Knowledge of an electronics production, repair and maintenance environment will be an advantage
• Knowledge of electro-optic systems will be an advantage

Qualification requirements:

• B.Eng. Electronics or an equivalent qualification
• Master’s degree preferred