Lead Optical Engineer - EO/Directed Energy Systems

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 112,057 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Ingalls Industries is seeking a Lead Electro-Optical Engineer located in Knoxville, TN. In this role, you will direct the design and integration of advanced electro-optical systems for high-energy laser platforms, ensuring that optical designs translate into functional hardware.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with optical systems design, high-power laser systems, and proficiency in optical design software like Zemax. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and requires the ability to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• 9 years experience with Bachelor's in related field or equivalent.
• 15 years experience with Bachelor's in Optical Engineering preferred.
• Experience with fabrication and optical prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of advanced electro-optical systems.
• Translate requirements into detailed optical designs using software.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers.

Skills

Optical design software proficiency

High-power laser systems

Stray light analysis

Technical leadership

Requirements management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering

Master's degree in related field

PhD or Juris Doctorate

Tools

Zemax

Code V

MATLAB

Job description

Huntington Ingalls Industries is seeking a Lead Electro-Optical Engineer located in Knoxville, TN. In this role, you will direct the design and integration of advanced electro-optical systems for high-energy laser platforms, ensuring that optical designs translate into functional hardware.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with optical systems design, high-power laser systems, and proficiency in optical design software like Zemax. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and requires the ability to obtain security clearance.