BS degree or higher in Engineering or related field required, plus 4+ years of relevant experience.
3+ years of experience with optical hardware for space-based or airborne instruments in an industrial setting.
Ability and willingness to obtain a DOW Secret clearance; current clearance preferred.
Solid foundation in optical engineering principles, including alignment and testing techniques.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop advanced optical systems.
Work hands-on with optical hardware, performing analytical tasks and driving technology development.
Procure and validate cutting-edge optical components for system development.
Lead or participate in optical sub-system development and integration.
Participate in design reviews, presenting findings to ensure successful project outcomes.
Contribute to proposal development and author white papers for advanced programs.
Maintain effective working relationships within the department and across the company.
Benefits
Regular in-person engagement required on-site three or more days a week.
Work performed in diverse environments including office, laboratory, and cleanroom settings.
Potential for travel and local commutes between company campuses.
Opportunity to work on innovative projects for defense, intelligence, and commercial sectors.
Full Job Description
Job Description
As an optical engineer at BAE Systems, 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.
3 years or more of of experience working with optical hardware for space-based or airborne instruments in an industrial setting.
Ability and willingness to obtain a DOW Secret clearance (possession of a current clearance is preferred).
Solid foundation in optical engineering principles, including optical alignment and testing techniques and equipment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
#LI-CC2 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
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.
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.
