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Mid-Level Optical Engineer

Location Greenbelt, Maryland Category Engineering, Technology, & Science Job Type Full time Job Id R2103578 Posted Date 03/14/2025
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Mid-Level Optical Engineer

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! 

KBR is a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers; but we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to Belong, Connect, and Grow and we are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive workplace that places an emphasis on valuing our people, delivering for our customers, working with integrity, empowering our employees, and working as a team of teams.

KBR is seeking a Mid-Level Optical Engineer to support the Low-Cost Optical Terminal (LCOT) project as part of the Advanced Communication Capabilities for Exploration and Science Systems (ACCESS) program to develop a flexible optical ground terminal for laser communication, capable of supporting multiple missions ranging from LEO to lunar distances. This work will be performed under Goddard MIST II contract for the KBR’s Science and Space Division. 

The Mid-Level Optical Engineer will be responsible for: 

  • Review/evaluate proposed optical designs to meet mission design and systems requirements.
  • Assist in the trade studies/assessments for proving and demonstrating advanced optical communications technologies and capabilities.
  • Support the technical team meetings, design reviews, in-house and out-of-house proposals included but not limited to various systems designs, systems standard interface and requirements, and standard of assembly, integration, test, and verification approach.
  • Support system and subsystem integration and testing, including development and execution of Ground Readiness Tests, requirement verification prior to performing End-To-End tests with on-orbit missions and assisting with optical alignment, integration, and test.
  • Provide calibration support as needed.
  • Review vendor’s specs, methodologies, and fabrication plans.
  • Assist in planning, preparations, and execution of the Project milestones and major reviews including preparing for and conducting Engineering Peer Reviews, Test Readiness Reviews.
  • Work with other engineers, technicians, manufacturing, and quality engineers in a team environment.
  • Write test procedures, plans & reports as necessary.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience in the development and qualification of ground Optical Systems for laser communications.
  • Five to seven years of experience as an optical engineer in an aerospace arena.
  • History of working with spacecraft at NASA Goddard Space Flight center, or another NASA center.
  • Knowledge in optical design/modeling using Zemax or Code V for Aerospace applications with experience in design of optical assemblies.
  • Comfortable working in a cross disciplinary environment to develop and implement new designs or help trouble-shoot existing ones.
  • Capable of receiving guidance for working all phases of optical subsystems from the conceptual design layout, package prototyping, fixture/tooling design, development of mechanical attachment methods/tools for optimal optical alignment.
  • Strong knowledge of optics fabrication and testing methods.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and energetic environment.

EDUCATION- BS degree in Optical Engineering, or equivalent experience

LOCATION - This work will be performed in a hybrid working environment. Occasional attendance at the GSFC facility supporting team interchange meetings will be required.

Basic Compensation:

$119,200 - $178,800

The offered rate will be based on contract affordability and the selected candidate's working location, knowledge, skills, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Experience and/or Education in lieu of these qualifications will be reviewed for applicability to meet these requirements.

KBR Benefits​

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.  We support career advancement through professional training and development.​

Click here to learn more: KBR Benefits

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together. 

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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