Senior Optical Test & Measurement Engineer

Sierra Nevada Corp; Englewood (CO); Hybrid; USD 131.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical

Dental

Vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

and more

Zusammenfassung

Sierra Nevada Corp is seeking a Scientist III to lead high‑impact R&D projects in its ISR/Aviation and Security sectors. You will guide teams, design experiments, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while mentoring junior scientists and collaborating with cross‑functional groups to deliver innovative solutions.

The role emphasizes developing, validating, and documenting test procedures, performing data analyses, and sustaining sophisticated optical test systems in a hybrid lab

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in physics, chemistry, materials science, or engineering.
• 6+ years in R&D with demonstrated leadership experience.
• Higher level degree may substitute for experience.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and advanced scientific software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Assist in setting up and conducting optical tests on components, systems, and devices.
• Operate and maintain optical test equipment such as spectrometers, power meters, and microscopes.
• Collect, organize, and document measurement data accurately and efficiently.
• Perform basic data analysis to identify trends and discrepancies, and prepare summary reports.
• Support the development and validation of test procedures by following established protocols.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to troubleshoot issues and verify specs.
• Participate in maintaining and calibrating optical test equipment to ensure reliable results.
• Assist with optical simulations and modeling tasks to support product development.
• Contribute to general laboratory upkeep, organization, and safety practices.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Scientific experiments

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field

Jobbeschreibung

Sierra Nevada Corp is seeking a Scientist III to lead high‑impact R&D projects in its ISR/Aviation and Security sectors. You will guide teams, design experiments, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while mentoring junior scientists and collaborating with cross‑functional groups to deliver innovative solutions.

The role emphasizes developing, validating, and documenting test procedures, performing data analyses, and sustaining sophisticated optical test systems in a hybrid lab