Sr Optical Test Engineer

Kansas City National Security Campus•Kansas City, MO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr Electrical Engineer role involves providing engineering support for highly technical and advanced manufacturing processes, with specialized qualifications, knowledge and skill. This position also requires performing project management while designing, developing, evaluating, and quality control functions of highly complex engineering projects. Sr Electrical Engineers complete projects while offering innovative solutions and applying mathematical, physical science, and advanced engineering technologies.

Requirements

Ability to travel up to 15% of the time
Ability to work remote, hybrid, or on-site as directed by management and is determined by the needs of the business.
Bachelor of Science degree from an ABET accredited program in Engineering or Physics
6+ years of relevant experience in engineering or related technical activities
United States Citizenship
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job
Ability to obtain and maintain, if required for position, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) security clearance (some positions require additional DOE designations)

Nice To Haves

M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Photonics, Optical Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related field.
Extensive circuit‑design expertise in low‑noise, high‑sensitivity analog front‑ends, mixed‑signal (analog/digital) designs, and precision power‑supply architecture.
Hands‑on experience with micro‑mechanical build and repair of handheld or miniature optical assemblies
Fundamental optical design knowledge (geometric optics, ray‑tracing); ability to evaluate or design simple lens systems is a strong plus.
Experience with silicon‑photonic or integrated‑photonic platforms (e.g., Luceda, Lumerical, Synopsys) will be viewed favorably.
Proficiency in automated test development and data acquisition (C#, VB.NET MATLAB, or equivalent) for hardware‑in‑the‑loop automation and test‑station control.
Experience creating and maintaining calibrated test procedures, SOPs, and verification reports; excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

Acts as authority within area of expertise with wide versatility of experience and capability.
May perform project planning and manage project resources, including multiple individuals and disciplines, to achieve quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Monitors and analyzes electrical testing of products and troubleshoots test failures.
Coordinates with stakeholders to adjust test limits and develop rework processes on defective products.
Transitions design agency concepts into production by coordinating the activities of engineering, quality, manufacturing, and related organizations.
Leads developing operating procedures, support documentation, and work instructions.
Defines/recommends design changes, designs of experiments, and equipment necessary to assure product quality.
Plans and performs engineering testing and uses advanced statistical and scientific methods to address and resolve critical engineering and production problems.
Originates, refines, and releases complex manufacturing or inspection work directions.
Determines acceptability of processes and materials in conjunction with customers, design agencies and other affected organizations.
Provides technical consultation to management and leads technical project teams.
Evaluates and implements innovations and technological advances that improve quality, reduce flowtime, improve productivity, and enhance operational surety.