BAE Systems

Eng Prin - Optical

BAE Systems • $108K — $130K *
Broomfield, CO 80021Hybrid
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS degree in Engineering or related technical field and 6+ years of experience in optical systems.
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with optical hardware for space-based or airborne instruments.
  • Demonstrated expertise in optical design across UV to IR wavelengths.
  • Knowledgeable in optical fabrication technology for large optics (3 mm to meter class).
  • Proven skills in optical performance analysis (tolerancing, STOP, etc).
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Experience with Matlab and optical design/analysis software.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with teams to design and develop advanced optical systems for various sectors.
  • Engage hands-on with optical hardware to support technology development and analysis.
  • Procure and validate high-tech optical components for system integration.
  • Lead development efforts for optical sub-systems, ensuring alignment with engineering disciplines.
  • Participate in design reviews, contributing insights to enhance project success.
  • Assist in proposal writing and crafting white papers for program development.
  • Maintain effective relationships within the department and company to promote a positive workflow.

Benefits

  • Regular in-person engagement required, promoting team collaboration.
  • Opportunity for professional development through hands-on work across multiple disciplines.
  • Possibility of working on-site at various company campuses in Colorado.
  • Engagement in meaningful projects that support commercial and defense sectors.
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Job Description

What You'll Do:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, align, integrate, and test state-of-the-art optical systems for science, defense, intelligence, and commercial customers.
  • Work hands-on with optical hardware, performing analytical work, and driving technology development.
  • Procure and validate cutting-edge optical components to support system development.
  • Lead or participate in optical sub-system development, integration, and alignment, working closely with engineers from various disciplines.
  • Participate in design reviews, presenting findings, and providing input to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Contribute to proposal development, responding to RFIs, and authoring white papers to support advanced program 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 in Engineering or a related technical field, plus 6 or more years of 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.
  • 3 years or more of experience working with optical hardware for space-based or airborne instruments in an industrial setting.
  • Solid knowledge and proven experience in optical design, including UV through IR reflective and refractive designs.
  • Knowledge of optical fabrication technology to support procurement of optics from 3 mm to meter class.
  • Solid knowledge and proven experience in optical performance analysis (tolerancing, STOP, etc).
  • Excellent communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
  • Experience with Matlab and optical design/analysis 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

  • A Master's degree or PhD in Optical Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Proven experience with optical alignment and test.


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.

About BAE Systems

BAE Systems plc is a British multinational arms, security, and aerospace company. It is among the world's largest defense contractors, with over 85,000 employees and operations in over 40 countries. BAE Systems is involved in the design, development, and manufacture of a wide range of products and services, including military aircraft, naval ships, and land vehicles. The company also provides a range of cybersecurity and intelligence services. BAE Systems has a long history, dating back to the 19th century, and has been involved in many major defense projects. Visit baesystems.com for more information.
Learn more about BAE Systems
Size
90,500 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1997
NASDAQ
BAESF
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