Job Description
THE WORK
We are seeking an experienced electro-optical engineer to support the optimization and performance of high energy laser assemblies for full rate manufacturing. The successful candidate will oversee a team of engineers and technicians providing technical expertise and guidance. In this role, you will help guide the standup of optimized fabrication and testing, help validate performance against requirements, ensure results are in line to schedule commitments. This role will involve collaboration with cross-functional teams across sites to integrate optical systems into larger projects, design & execute R&D projects and secure funding to improve optical performance, damage thresholds, manufacturability, and yield. There will be opportunities for travel between sites for collaboration and engagement with stakeholders.
As a senior technical leader, you will be responsible to mentor and develop team skills, assign tasks, managing priorities to ensure project goals and deadlines are met. You will provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance on the adoption of new processes and technologies. Additionally, you will be responsible for preparing technical reports and documentation, implementing quality control procedures, and supporting the transition from prototype to production.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, excellent communication and leadership skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment to drive project success.
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or closely related field along with 5+ years of related experience.
• Experience with free space optics and alignment in a clean room environment
• Mastery level understanding of Electro Optic, Infrared and/or Laser Systems with experience testing/troubleshooting sensors, sensor systems or avionics using various types of test equipment
• Demonstrated ability to deal with highly complex and challenging electronic systems in a manufacturing environment
• Problem solving and project planning experience
• Excellent communication, teamwork and organization skills
Desired skills
• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Physics, or closely related field
• Experience with Military or Government Programs related to directed energy or related area
• Experience with optical design and analysis tools (Zemax, FRED, MATLAB)
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $139,600 - $246,100. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $160,500 - $278,300. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
