• Principal Optical Design Engineer

    BAE Systems (Westminster, CO)


    Job Description

    The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

    What You ll Do:

    + Work in a collaborative environment with other optical engineers to develop novel state-of-the art optical designs for space based and airborne optical systems.

    + Help BAE Systems advance our technology and develop innovative optical systems for space- based applications designed for science, defense, intelligence, and commercial customers.

    + Support Advanced Program development by contributing to proposals, RFIs, and writing white papers.

    + Lead or engage with teams of engineers during optical sub-system development, integration, and alignment in a cross disciplinary environment.

    + Participate in and present at design reviews.

    + Assist with the procurement and validation of state-of the art optical components.

    + Work hands-on with optical hardware as well as perform analytical work and technology 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 Education, Experience, & Skills

    + BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 6 or more years 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.

    + A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required.

    + 3 years or more of space based or airborne instrument optical design experience in industry.

    + Demonstrate mastery of optical design of complex systems, including UV through IR reflective and refractive designs for space based or airborne optical instruments.

    + Experienced user of optical design software (CodeV or Zemax).

    + Knowledge of optical fabrication technology to support procurement of optics from 3 mm to meter class.

    + Expertise in optical performance analysis (tolerancing, STOP, error budgeting, 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 Education, Experience, & Skills

    + An Optical Engineering degree.

    + A Master s degree or PhD in Optical Engineering.

     

    Pay Information

     

    Full-Time Salary Range: $115779 - $196825

     

    Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

     

    Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

     

    Principal Optical Design Engineer

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