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Optical Engineer

2 weeks ago

Chantilly, Virginia, United States SAIC Full time

Job ID:

Location: CHANTILLY, VA, US

Date Posted:

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Systems Engineer

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

SAIC has an immediate opening for an Electrical Engineer with a strong background in Optical Engineering, Fiber Optics, and Telecommunications. The candidate should have experience or a willingness to work in a lab environment, contributing to innovative projects and advancing technological capabilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Optical Engineering and Fiber Optics:
  • Design, develop, and test optical components and systems, including fiber optic networks and devices
  • Perform characterization and analysis of optical systems and components to ensure optimal performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate optical solutions into broader telecommunications frameworks
  • Telecommunications:
  • Develop and implement telecommunications systems and solutions, focusing on enhancing network efficiency and reliability
  • Conduct performance evaluations and troubleshooting of telecommunications systems
  • Stay updated on emerging telecommunications technologies and integrate relevant advancements into ongoing projects
  • Lab Environment:
  • Participate actively in lab-based projects, including setup, calibration, and maintenance of experimental and testing equipment
  • Conduct experiments and tests to validate the performance and reliability of optical and telecommunications systems
  • Analyze and document results, providing detailed reports and recommendations for improvements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
  • Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly clearance
  • Minimum of 9 years of relevant technical experience
  • Proven experience in optical engineering, fiber optics, and telecommunications
  • Hands-on experience working in a lab environment, including setup, calibration, and maintenance of testing equipment
  • Experience with design, development, and testing of optical components and telecommunications systems

Preferred:

  • Experience with LTEs and other advanced telecommunications technologies
  • Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements for telecommunications and optical engineering