Laser Weapon System Test Engineer and Scientist

Role OverviewAs a Laser Weapon System Test Engineer and Scientist, you will use your engineering skills to transform the U.S. Navy's directed energy portfolio. You will support the development and testing of state-of-the-art weapon systems to enhance the capabilities of today's warfighter.What You Will DoYou will directly impact U.S. Navy and Department of War efforts by providing laser, optical, and testing expertise to solve challenging problems and advance the mission. You will design and implement local and remote beam diagnostics, track systems, and test tracking systems for laser weapon systems.Why It Might Be a FitThis is a chance to use your experience-based knowledge in optics, lasers, and testing while broadening your skillset into areas like other directed energy weapons systems. You will have opportunities to work with a team that supports the design, development, and testing of directed energy weapons.Requirements10+ years of experience performing laser weapon testing in laboratory or field environments10+ years of experience developing, designing, or testing tracking systems for laser weapon systems5+ years of experience with U.S. armed services' laser or EO systems research and development programs3+ years of experience with laser testing, including test planning, safety and operational procedures, test set up, test conduct, test breakdown, and test documentationAbility to tailor and improve diagnostics to specific requirementsAbility to obtain a Secret clearanceBachelor’s degree in an Engineering or Science field such as Optics, Physics, or Electrical EngineeringBenefitshealth benefitslife insurancedisability insurancefinancial benefitsretirement benefitspaid leaveprofessional developmenttuition assistancework-life programsdependent carerecognition awards programOriginally posted on Himalayas