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SalaryJob ID: 2402826
Location: FORT SAM HOUSTON, TX, US
Date Posted: 2024-04-01
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Systems Engineer
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Minimum Clearance Required: Interim Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Potential for Remote Work: No
Description
SAIC is actively seeking a Laser Optical Engineer to join our dynamic team of physicists, biologists, optometrists, engineers, and technicians dedicated to conducting fundamental and applied research in the realm of laser bio-effects and safety within military environments. This full-time position is in support of the Optical Radiation Safety and Bioeffects research program based at the Air Force Research Laboratory in JBSA Fort Sam Houston, Texas.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate, repair, and maintain a variety of laser systems ranging from ultrafast to multi-kilowatt CW lasers, ultraviolet through far-infrared wavelengths.
- Design and construct optical systems to deliver laser energy to specified targets that satisfy costumer defined specifications.
- Develop electronic and optoelectronic control systems for precise delivery of laser energy.
- Perform laser beam characterization and dosimetry.
- Generate documentation on equipment operation and maintenance.
- Generate documentation on optical system components, laser calibration and alignment procedures.
- Provide training to other engineers.
Qualifications
- Proficient in troubleshooting, component replacement, and calibration of lasers according to vendor specifications.
- Bachelor's degree & 5 years relevant experience, OR Masters degree & 3 years of relevant experience.
- Experience in developing LabView virtual instruments.
- Familiarity with Zemax optical design software.
- Ability to build optical systems per costumer defined specifications.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams with program managers, scientists, and engineers for experiment development and execution.
- Experience working with external suppliers to ensure timely delivery of critical optical hardware.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Interim Secret clearance required, with ability to obtain a Secret clearance
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
