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BAE Systems, Inc. · 22 hours ago

Optical Systems Engineer - Senior Principal II

Broomfield, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$150K/yr - $254K/yr

10+ years exp

BAE Systems, Inc. is an international defense, aerospace, and security company seeking an experienced Optical Systems Engineer. In this role, you will design, analyze, and deliver complex optical payloads while leading cross-functional teams to meet mission-level requirements.

Defense & Space

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design and analyze complex optical systems, including error budgeting and operational data analysis

Architect optical payloads to meet mission-level requirements

Lead cross-discipline teams to deliver cutting-edge subsystems and payloads

Support cross-enterprise communication and collaboration to provide best practices and institutional knowledge to all pursuits

Establish, develop, and maintain solid relationships with Engineering peers, internal stakeholders, and external customers

Provide technical leadership and direction by exhibiting behaviors that would include a unifying vision, understanding the diverse needs of our SBUs, and acting with humility and a collaborative spirit

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

Qualification

Optical Systems DesignOptical Performance AnalysisCross-Discipline LeadershipOptical Engineering DegreeTechnical CommunicationTeam CollaborationRelationship Building

Required

BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 10 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

Experience with design, alignment, and optical performance analysis of complex optical systems, including segmented apertures and associated wavefront sensing and control systems

Proven ability to communicate effectively with technical and executive stakeholders