Senior Optomechanical Engineer - Space & Tactical

BAE Systems, Inc.

Westminster (CO)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts
401(k) Plan
Disability Coverage
Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Legal Plan
Home Insurance Discounts
Auto Insurance Discounts
Pet Insurance Discounts
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Military Leave
Bereavement Leave
Sick Leave
Company Recognition

Job summary

BAE Systems, Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer to lead the mechanical design of optical instruments and laser systems for space and tactical environments from proposal through verification.

You will develop robust mechanical architectures, manage subcontracts, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role requires a BS degree with 8+ years of experience, proficiency in SolidWorks and GD&T, and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Engineering or related field with 8+ years of experience.
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks, GD&T, and optomechanical design.
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical design of optical instruments and laser systems from proposal through verification.
  • Develop mechanical architectures and manage subcontracts.
  • Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Optomechanical Engineering
SolidWorks
3D CAD
GD&T
Design For Manufacturability
Design For Assembly
Mechanical Architecture
Subcontract Management
Risk Management
Requirement Verification
Interpersonal Communication
Presentation Skills
Mentoring
Engineering Change Processes
STOP Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks
3D CAD

Job description

BAE Systems, Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer to lead the mechanical design of optical instruments and laser systems for space and tactical environments from proposal through verification.

You will develop robust mechanical architectures, manage subcontracts, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role requires a BS degree with 8+ years of experience, proficiency in SolidWorks and GD&T, and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

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