Job DescriptionThe Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
What 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 Space and Mission Systems (SMS) advance our technology and develop innovative optical systems for airborne 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.
- A current, active Secret security clearance is required.
- 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.
- Proficiency with Optical Design/Analysis software (such as CodeV, Zemax, FRED, etc)
- Proficiency with optical error budgeting
- Experience leading technical efforts.
- 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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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.
