Boeing

Optical Engineer (Experienced or Senior)

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field
  • 4+ years in optical design
  • 4+ years with optical software such as Zemax or Code V
  • Experience with adaptive optics systems is preferred
  • Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the design and integration of high-precision optical systems
  • Establish technical specifications for optical systems
  • Execute simulations to optimize system performance
  • Resolve optical challenges through innovative engineering
  • Support project management with schedules and reports
  • Contribute to new business proposals

Benefits

  • Directly impact Space Domain Awareness, enhancing national security
  • Work with advanced telescopes and optical systems
  • Ownership of key application architecture and development
  • Supportive team environment with multi-disciplinary experts
  • Commitment to professional development and learning opportunities
Full Job Description
Optical Engineer (Experienced or Senior)

Position Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the design, fabrication, and integration of high-precision optical systems, facilitating the transition of conceptual opto-mechanical frameworks into functional experimental hardware
  • Establish and validate technical specifications for optical systems and components to ensure adherence to performance standards
  • Execute trade studies and simulations to optimize system performance and design
  • Resolve complex optical challenges through innovative engineering and analysis
  • Support project management by providing work statement, budget, schedule and other required inputs and by reporting project status
  • Writes appropriate sections of proposals to support development of new business


This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

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
  • 4+ years of experience in optical design
  • 4+ years' experience with optical software, Zemax, Code V, or OSLO


Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
  • 9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Advanced study in Optical Specialization
  • Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
  • Experience working with adaptive optics systems
  • Experience with advanced engineering hardware design, fabrication, evaluating, and testing processes
  • 5+ years of experience performing modeling and/or simulation of Electro-Optical and Infrared systems with a technical computing language, such as Matlab or Mathematica
  • A strong dedication to a teaming dynamic, strong written and verbal skills, and detail oriented


Benefits of working at Starfire Optical Range:
  • Your contributions will directly impact the advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities, a critical mission for our national security.
  • You'll have the opportunity to work with world-class telescopes and advanced optical systems.
  • You'll assume ownership for the architecture, development, and long-term health of a key application.
  • You'll be part of a supportive enthusiastic team of experts in various fields.
  • We are committed to the professional development of our team members and provide opportunities for learning and advancement.


Pay and Benefits:

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 a number of 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.

Experienced (Level 3) Summary pay range: $112,200 - $151,800

Senior (Level 4) Summary pay range: $136,850 - $185,150

Language Requirements:
Not Applicable

Education:
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

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. #120.62 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 the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

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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