Engineer II

General Atomics; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) seeks an Opto-Mechanical Engineer to join the team in Longmont, CO. You will develop optical hardware performance solutions, lead technical efforts, and collaborate with customers and regulators. Strong CAD skills and experience in optical subsystems are valued.

Domestic travel may be required. Ideal candidates typically hold a bachelor's or master's in engineering with 0–2 years of experience and may have a PE license.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• Prior experience in opto-mechanical engineering or optical technologies and understanding of optical integration techniques.
• Ability to lead or coordinate workloads and projects to meet milestones.
• Desirable experience with projectile and missile optical subsystems.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for interfacing with departments and customers.

Responsibilities

• Develops innovative technical solutions to maintain optical performance of hardware, considering thermal and structural impacts.
• Acts as focal point for technical communication within management and with customers/government agencies.
• Documents work via drawings, analyses, and test reports; uses CAD (SolidWorks) for design generation.
• Provides expert guidance on opto-mechanical problems and mentorship to staff.
• Leads a team of professionals on assigned programs and ensures milestones are met.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and ensures safe compliance with procedures.

Skills

Opto-mechanical engineering

Technical leadership

Teamwork

Communication skills

Independent work

Ability to travel

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Professional Engineering License desirable

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

57016BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide. We are looking for an Opto-Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Longmont, CO.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops innovative technical solutions to maintain optical performance of hardware through knowledge of thermal and structural impacts to an optical system. Systems may be terrestrial, airborne or space related.

• Provides focal point for technical communication within the Company management and may represent the Company as the prime technical contact to customers and/or government regulatory agencies.

• Documents work through drawings, presentations, analysis and test reports. Provides technical presentations as required to internal and external customers. Utilizes CAD software (Solidworks) for design generation.

• Provides expert guidance and consulting to other staff members working on difficult opto-mechanical problems.

• Anticipates future engineering needs and the modifications required to accomplish a technical goal.

• May assume technical and engineering responsibility of the success of an identifiable project.

• Directs activities of design or technical staff and may lead a team of moderately experienced professional staff.

• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply

Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelors or masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and two or more years of engineering experience with a bachelors degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education

• Prior experience in opto-mechanical engineering or optical related technologies. Understanding of optical integration techniques and considerations. Ability to assist or perform alone functional testing, data capture, alignment verification, etc.

• Demonstrates an extensive technical expertise and application of opto-mechanical principles, concepts, theory, and practice with the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones with experience in project leadership

• Prior experience working in the detailed design and troubleshooting of projectile and missile optical subsystems is desired

• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective interface with other departments and/or professionals, and capable of representing the organization as a prime technical contact, as well as providing leadership and guidance to less experienced professionals

• Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems

• Must be able to work both independently and in a team environment

• Must be able to work in a lead capacity for various programs/projects/initiatives

• Able to work extended hours and travel as required

• A Professional Engineering License, original work(s) published in professional engineering journals, and invited to present one or more original works to an engineering symposium are desirable

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required

Job Category:

Engineering

Experience Level:

Entry-Level (0-2 years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Salary

Pay Range Low:

69,500

Pay Range High:

116,375

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

Desired

Clearance Level:

Secret

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.