Boeing

Optical Design and Analysis Engineer (Experienced or Lead)

Boeing$112K — $185K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or equivalent
  • 5+ years experience in design/modeling of electro-optical systems (Zemax OpticStudio, Code V)
  • 5+ years experience using scientific programming languages (Python, MATLAB) for data analysis/modeling

Responsibilities

  • Develop subsystem architecture and designs for optical systems and components
  • Define performance and tolerance requirements for optical assemblies
  • Conduct trade studies, modeling, and analysis to optimize design
  • Define and execute tests to validate design performance against requirements
  • Analyze data to validate designs of complex optical systems

Benefits

  • Health insurance and flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings accounts
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Life and disability insurance programs
  • Paid and unpaid time off
  • Relocation assistance based on eligibility
Full Job Description
Optical Design and Analysis Engineer (Experienced or Lead)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Optical Design and Analysis Engineer (Experienced or Lead) to join our team in Albuquerque, NM developing advanced concepts on a DOD propriety program. We are seeking candidates with experience in design and analysis of complex optical assemblies or systems. This position will work with extremely talented, high performing, multi-disciplined engineering teams to work on start-of-the-art adaptive optics and optical imaging systems.

Our team is currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including experienced and lead level engineers.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Develop subsystem architecture and designs of optical systems, assemblies, components, etc. to be integrated into higher level systems and platforms

  • Define optical systems, assemblies, components, etc. performance and tolerance requirements

  • Perform trade studies, modeling, simulation and other forms of analysis to predict components, interconnects and system performance and to optimize design around established requirements

  • Define and conduct tests of various kinds to validate performance of designs to requirements

  • Analyze data to validate designs of complex optical systems, components, etc.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

  • 5+ years of experience in design and/or modeling electro-optical systems such as Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, or similar

  • 5+ years of experience using scientific programming languages (i.e. python, MATLAB, etc.) for data analysis and/or modeling

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

  • Bachelor of Science degree in optical, electrical engineering or physics

  • Level 4: 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • Level 4: 9+ years of experience in design and/or modeling complex electro-optical systems such as Zemax OpticStudio, Code V, or similar

  • Level 4: 9+ years of experience using scientific programming languages such as python, MATLAB, etc. for data analysis or modeling

  • Experience working with adaptive optics systems

  • Experience with data processing and image analysis techniques

  • Experience designing and integrating complex optical systems

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeingis a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and several programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for experienced (level 3): $112,200 - $151,800

Summary pay range for lead (level 4): $136,850 - $185,150

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a U.S. Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. 7120.62 is required. U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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Founded
1916
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$58.6 billion
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