Job DescriptionAs an optical engineer at BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems (SMS), you will play a key role in advancing our technology and developing innovative optical systems for airborne and space-based applications.
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 or higher in Engineering or a related field is required plus 4 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of related 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 with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI.
- Experience working with hardware for space-based or airborne instruments in an industrial setting.
- Solid foundation in optical engineering principles, including optical error budgeting and performance modeling using optical software (Zemax, CodeV).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
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Preferred Skills and Education- Advanced degree in Optical Engineering (Master's or PhD).
- Experience with programming tools such as Matlab and optical design/analysis software.
- Knowledge of optical fabrication technology to support procurement of optics.
- Possession of a current TS/SCI clearance is preferred.
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.
