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BAE Systems Inc.
FAST Labs - Optical Systems Senior Scientist
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An Optical or Laser Engineer researches and develops technology that uses the science of light (optics). Optical technology includes fiber optic cables, which enable high-speed internet connections across long distances, and lasers, which can be used to make very small incisions and measurements. Works closely with scientists and engineers from other fields on advances in technology.
$121,690 / year median in New Hampshire
-0% projected decline
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FAST Labs - Optical Systems Senior Scientist BAE Systems Inc. - 3.8 Merrimack, NH Job Details Full-time $97,008 - $164,914 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Paid military leave Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Optics Simulation analysis Full Job Description Job Description The BAE Systems FAST Labs™ Sensor Technologies (ST) product line develops next-generation lasers, precision optical pointers, advanced seekers, and expendables. ST has established itself as a market leader in the development of EO/IR and RF technologies. Within ST, the Electro-Optic Sensing Solutions technology area focus on cutting-edge Electro-Optical Infrared (EO/IR) sensors, lasers, and sensing systems to meet our customers' emerging mission needs. EOSS is seeking a Scientist / R D Systems Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be a technical individual contributor with opportunities to gain responsibility for developing and demonstrating next-generation EO/IR sensors, systems, and techniques. Projects range from initial concept development through full system demonstration in relevant environments. Specific job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Model, analyze, and test EO/IR systems and components for a variety of military/commercial applications Execute and analyze EO/IR laboratory and field experiments Develop and demonstrate advanced algorithms, measurement techniques, and systems prototypes Work in interdisciplinary teams to meet program technical and schedule goals Develop proposals for novel technologies, algorithms, or systems Interface directly with R D government customers Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US citizenship status and eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. This position reports within the Electro-Optic Sensing Technology Group and is based out of our Merrimack, NH facility. This position will require virtual and in-person collaboration with customers and staff across BAE Systems ES Facilities. Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site . This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility. Limited remote work may be a possibility at the discretion of the business. Required Education, Experience, & Skills BS in Physics, Optics, Electro-Optics, Electrical Engineering (EE), or equivalent with 4+ years of experience working with complex EO/IR systems; or MS with 2+ years of experience; or Ph.D. with 0+ years of experience in the areas defined above Experience working independently and interacting effectively with project management to achieve project goals. In-depth knowledge of one or more optical system specialties; i.e. lasers, precision pointing of laser beams, design of pointing systems, performance testing of optical components and subsystems, atmospheric correction, optical communications, etc. Modeling and simulation expertise in at least one common language (i.e. MATLAB, Mathcad, Mathematica, Python, C++, etc.) US citizenship status and ability to obtain a US security clearance. Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams consisting of mechanical, electrical, optical, software and systems engineers Expertise in at least one optical application including infrared countermeasures, passive detection and tracking, LIDAR, coherent LIDAR, remote sensing, or laser communications Experience implementing systems engineering practices and working knowledge of DoW product development lifecycle Active Secret DoW or DoE clearance