Senior Optical Fiber Engineer

Leidos • Albuquerque, NM

2d • $107,900 - $195,050 • Onsite

About The Position

The Directed Energy Division at Leidos is hiring a Senior Optical Fiber Engineer to support high-power, fiber-based laser system technology at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico. The program investigates continuous-wave and pulsed lasers at 1 and 2 µm. The engineer will support engineers and research scientists developing high-power laser technologies by setting up and conducting complex experiments, then analyzing and reporting results. The position involves independently overseeing multiple laser laboratories, coordinating with senior management, and communicating technical progress, risks, and solutions to government customers and external partners. The ideal candidate is independent and collaborative, learns quickly, communicates clearly, and is organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field with at least 8 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree or higher with at least 6 years of relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of fiber laser amplifier experience.
• Knowledge of fiber termination, polishing, and splicing.
• Ability to use and modify LabView or similar laboratory control software.
• Ability to analyze data and write accurate, concise test summary reports.
• Ability to conduct technical research and development in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Ability to work alongside technical staff in a laboratory environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and able to acquire and maintain at least a DoD Secret security clearance.
• Ability to understand and follow government safety rules and regulations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Active DoD Secret or higher security clearance.
• Ability to design, build, and test fiber laser amplifiers.
• Experience working in a government research facility.
• Experience managing technical programs and personnel.

Responsibilities

• Construct fiber amplifiers, conduct laser experiments, and collect measurements including laser output power, spectra, polarization extinction ratios, and stimulated Brillouin scattering.
• Oversee several laser laboratories and coordinate with senior management to assign priorities and determine effective use of resources.
• Prepare formal, professional weekly and monthly reports on project status.
• Communicate technical progress, risks, and solutions to government customers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Influence project and team leaders regarding solution design and technical approach.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior