Laser Electro-Optical Eng Sr Stf - E5

Requisition ID: 15766ERP Eligible?: YesERP amount: $50 LMRecognitionRelocation: PossibleType: ExemptShift: 1Clearance Prior to Start: NoneFinal Clearance: TS/SCIPay Transparency: $166,900.00 - $309,900.00Experience Level: Experienced ProfessionalFT/PT/Casual: FullTimeDepartment: SpaceBusiness Unit: SpaceStandard Job DescriptionLM Space/IGNITE matures and transitions capabilities focused on our Space Enterprise internal and external customer needs. This position will contribute to electro-optics (EO), laser radar, and directed energy (DE) program work under the LM Space Ignite, Advanced Capabilities Electro-optics & Security (ACES) Directorate. ACES conducts applied research and rapid prototyping of systems & subsystems in relevant or operational environments, develops first-of-kind optical systems, and supports national defense with electro-optics and other technologies. This role will support the creation of discriminating and disruptive technologies, and performance of first-of-kind demonstrations in support of critical national needs in areas including electro-optics, laser radar, directed energy and power beaming. The position will support activities with multiple LM and government entities.The ACES DIrectorate is seeking a Senior Staff Solid State/Fiber/Gas Laser and Non-linear optical Engineer with expertise in the development of fiber lasers/amplifiers and nonlinear optical systems and devices.

You should have experience in the design and modeling of lasers/amplifiers and frequency conversion devices, familiarity with current state-of-the-art in solid-state and fiber lasers/amplifiers and nonlinear optical materials, and experience with the characterization and optimization of laser and nonlinear optical systems. Additional knowledge of related laser-based remote sensing technologies is desired, including coherent and direct detection laser radar, radiometry, Fourier/wave optics, beam propagation, and/or atmospheric sciences. Some of your responsibilities in this role will include the following:• Selection of laser and/or nonlinear optical technologies• Design of laser and nonlinear optical systems and devices• Evaluation of predicted performance through computational modeling and analysis• Laboratory testing and experimental demonstration• Prototype development• System analysis and integration• Field demonstration• Leadership of and/or contribution to summary reports, oral presentations, and/or technical proposals is expected. We are looking for someone with excellent written/presentation/oral communication skills to communicate with diverse audiences.Standard Job Description: Conducts research and plans development and design of solid-state, fiber, and/or gas lasers, infrared and other light-emitting and light-sensitive devices. Designs electronics circuityry and optical components with specific characteristics to fit within specified mechanical limits and to perform according to specifications.  May conduct application analysis to determin commercial, industrial, scientific, medical, military or oterh use for electro-optic devices.  Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.Basic QualificationsUndergraduate degree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related STEM field Ten or more years of experience in the design of laser and nonlinear optical systems and devices, including laser resonators, amplifiers, and parametric frequency convertersEight or moer years of experience in modeling and analysis of pulsed solid-state lasers and/or nonlinear optical frequency conversionSignificant experience in one or more of the following areas:customized simulations of laser physics and/or quantum opto-electronics, diffractive beam propagation, thermo-optic effects and parametric optical processesStrong knowledge of laser and optical physicsU.S. citizenship and willingness/ability to obtain/retain a Top Secret ClearanceDesired SkillsAdvanced degree in Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Applied Math, or related fields is strongly desiredExperience in related laser-based remote sensing technologies (i.e.

coherent and direct detection laser radar, radiometry, Fourier/wave optics, beam propagation, and/or atmospheric sciences, optical detection, signal/image processing).Field-related contacts/network.Experience with product development, technology development and technology transitionExpertise in high-power ruggedized pulsed and continuous-wave fiber laser systems is desiredExperience as a proposal technical leadExpertise in directed energy systems is desiredTechnical leadership of laser and NLO hardware transition to high TRL (for terrestrial, airborne, and/or space applications)Existing TS/SCI clearancePay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $ - $ At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.  Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays.

Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.