Title:
Opto-Mechanical Designer - REMOTE
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THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD
THIS POSITION IS REMOTE
Under general supervision, performs all conventional aspects of the functionalareasubject matter. Devisesnew approachesto problemsencountered. Plans, schedules, and conducts
work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation,selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. Performs work which involves conventional engineering practice but may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and difficult coordination requirements.Providestechnical guidance to designers and less experienced engineers.
The Opto-Mechanical Designer willbe responsible forthe design and modeling ofmechanical components to interface withoptical elements such as lenses, mirrors, diffractiveelementsand filters. Thecandidatewill design and model the mechanical means to mount and position these elements in an optical system. The designer will also need to be able to develop detailed drawings of these optical elementsand overall optical systemas well as fabrication and assembly drawings for the mechanical hardware and optical assemblies.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
Education:Bachelor'sDegree in a related field or equivalent7+ years of related experience
Specific knowledge related to themechanicaldesignmountsand modeling ofopto-mechanical systems. Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks, NX), providing innovative and practical mechanical solutions in support of optical system development.
Ability to work all phases of opto-mechanical subsystems from the conceptual design layout, package prototyping, fixture/tooling design, development of mechanical attachment methods/tools foroptimaloptical alignmentincluding system level assembly and interface drawings (ICD)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
The offered rate will be based on the position, contract affordability, the selected candidate’s working location, knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and in consideration of internal parity.
KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation.Additionalcompensation may be in the form of sign on bonus,relocationbenefits, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.
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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.
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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.
