Laser Safety Observer for Visual Aircraft Spotting

Applied Optimization (AO) Job Description

Job Title: Laser Safety Observer for Visual Aircraft Spotting

Reports to: Principal Scientist

FLSA Status: Part-Time (Non-Exempt)

Department: Space Science

Position Description:

• Applied Optimization (AO) is an engineering R&D firm performing atmospheric research using laser ranging in the visible part of the electromagnetic spectrum
• This is a challenging position with direct hands-on responsibilities for ensuring safe laser operations and compliance with laser safety standards and regulations
• This position is well suited for a conscientious worker who has excellent concentration skills and can work a flexible schedule
• The position is part-time, year-round, and work is typically performed outside during nighttime hours in a variety of weather conditions. The hours are flexible and can change from one week to another, sometimes on short notice

Essential Functions:

• Perform aircraft spotting duties to ensure laser illuminations comply with FAA and LCH regulations and guidelines
• Perform quality assurance of training, processes, and procedures
• Follow all written and oral instructions related to laser operations
• Perform functionality checks on spotter equipment
• Ensure effective communications between laser and telescope operators and aircraft spotters
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Distant Visual Acuity (vision) corrected to 20/20, normal visual fields, and no pathology of the eye
• Effective oral communication skills, especially over short-range radio
• Adequate hearing for use of short-range radio communications
• Ability to gaze upward for extended periods of time and stand for a minimum of 50 minutes at a time followed by 10-minute breaks
• Ability to judge distances of objects in the sky
• Flexible schedule
• Ability to work outside during nighttime hours in a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to travel at night to/from observatory site near Springfield, OH
• Attention to detail and effective time and schedule management skills
• Effective organizing, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt within a small team to support evolving customer requirements
• Ability to execute instructions and communication in written, oral, and diagram form
• Demonstrated strong writing, fact-gathering, and analytical skills
• Effective written communication skills; ability to read, write, speak and understand English at a level sufficient to follow written policies and procedures; complete a variety of basic forms; and interact with customers and co-workers, including understanding and responding to specific questions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge or experience in navigating astronomical coordinate systems and the night sky
• Strong interest in astronomy and telescopes
• Effective problem-solving skills

Citizenship/Security Clearance Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen and Green Card Holder

About Us:

Applied Optimization is a growing organization located in Fairborn, OH. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary that is commensurate with qualifications and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This job description is subject to change.

To apply, please email your resume to HR@appliedo.com.