Optical Engineering Manager - EO/IR Capability Group

Optical Section Lead

BAE Systems is currently looking for a talented Optical Section Lead to join our EO/IR Capability Group in our Merrimack, NH Location.

This Optical Engineering Manager will oversee, manage, and serve as a hands-on technical lead of a team of optical engineers, analysts, and technicians which provides the following functions company-wide for BAE Systems:

• Designs, models, analyzes, and tests optical and electro-optical systems and components.
• Conducts research and development into phases of physical optics and geometric optics, lasers, laser characteristics, laser maintenance, and broadband optical sources.
• Applies research of complex optical systems to achieve desired optical manipulations.
• Develops component specifications, tolerances, simulations and tests procedures for electro-optical systems and components.

We are looking for a candidate who will:

• Oversee a team of optical engineers in the development of complex EO/IR products on IRADs, development and production programs within the ES Sector and associated Business Areas.
• Supervise and mentor both junior and experienced optical engineers, providing guidance on career growth, technical support, and expertise to enable the team to deliver exceptional engineering results and achieve program objectives.
• Act as an internal consultant and technical authority to his/her peers and subordinates.
• Provide major inputs to proposals involving EO/IR scope and new business development.
• Provide functional staffing.
• Occasionally travel to other BAE Systems and supplier locations.

We are looking for a candidate who has:

• A familiarity with the comprehensive design process, including conceptual through final design, support to procurement.
• Hands-on work experience with program teams, engineering test, integration and support to product manufacture and qualification.
• Domain expertise in optical systems, optical materials, optical coatings, subcontract support, and procurement support.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in physics or optical engineering with 10+ years of applicable experience OR a master's degree and 8+ years of applicable experience
• Proven expertise in EO/IR systems development
• Ability to act as an internal consultant and technical authority to his/her peers and subordinates.
• Capable of providing major inputs to proposals involving EO/IR scope and new business development
• Ability to manage and mentor more junior personnel in their support of development programs and internal IRAD projects
• ACTIVE DOD Security Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:

• Master's degree in engineering discipline
• Experience and leadership in EO/IR product development and sustainment support of DOD military electronics/equipment
• Certified Six-Sigma Black-Belt

Pay Information:

Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Electronic Systems:

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.