Lockheed Martin · 3 weeks ago
Laser Communication Engineer (Level III) - Top Secret clearance
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Laser Communication Engineer to join their team in Littleton, CO. The role involves developing and delivering Laser Communication subsystem solutions for various space platforms, addressing critical needs in commercial, civil, and government sectors.
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Responsibilities
Contribute toward the development and delivery of Laser Communication subsystem solutions for space platforms
Contribute to the procurement, design, development, test and integration of space-based optical communication systems
Develop specifications
Perform product trade analyses
Execute detailed implementation
Conduct laboratory and field testing
Validate performance through analysis and testing
Certify a deliverable product
Integrate the product onto a space vehicle
Qualification
Required
Experience with technical document writing/editing
Familiar with use of Excel, DOORs, Jira, Confluence and/or Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools such as Cameo
Technical training or coursework with fiber optic or free space optical communication (laser communication)
Active Top Secret clearance; must be able to obtain a TS/SCI; US Citizenship required
Preferred
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related discipline
Active TS/SCI
Experience with delivering technical presentations to a technical audience
Experience developing specifications for Laser Communication products and defining RF/Optical system interfaces for a spacecraft
Ability to develop and analyze technical requirements, perform trade studies and allocate functions down to laser communication subsystem and/or components
Experience with generating, reviewing and tracking engineering deliverables
Experience with laser communication subsystem performance analysis using MATLAB or similar analytical tools for link budget
Experience with the development and execution of laser communication subsystem tests
Experience as a member or leader of a multi-functional team
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Education Assistance
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Company
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.
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Air Force Research Laboratory
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2023-11-13Grant· $33.7M
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