Job DescriptionWhat You'll Do:- Work in a collaborative environment with other optical engineers to develop novel state-of-the art optical designs for space based and airborne optical systems.
- Help BAE Systems advance our technology and develop innovative optical systems for space- based applications designed for science, defense, intelligence, and commercial customers.
- Support Advanced Program development by contributing to proposals, RFIs, and writing white papers.
- Lead or engage with teams of engineers during optical sub-system development, integration, and alignment in a cross disciplinary environment.
- Participate in and present at design reviews.
- Assist with the procurement and validation of state-of the art optical components.
- Work hands-on with optical hardware as well as perform analytical work and technology development.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working
on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions: - Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
- May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
- May access other facilities in various weather conditions.
Required Skills and Education- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- Minimum of 3 years or more of space based or airborne instrument optical hardware experience in industry.
- Demonstrate mastery of optical alignment of complex systems, including reflective and refractive designs for space based or airborne optical instruments.
- Knowledge of optical fabrication technology to support procurement of optics from 3 mm to meter class.
- Excellent communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
- Ability to work at all Colorado campuses (Boulder, Broomfield, and Westminster) for extended periods of time.
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A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.
Preferred Skills and Education- An Optical Engineering degree.
- A Master's degree or PhD in Optical Engineering.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.
