High Energy Laser System Engineer
High Energy Laser System Engineer
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High Energy Laser System EngineerProgram Summary
KBR (Kord Technologies LLC) is seeking an experienced High Energy Laser (HEL) Systems Engineer to support the development and deployment of nextgeneration directed energy solutions. We are at the forefront of advancing high energy laser technologies to provide critical capabilities to the Warfighter in defense of national security interests.
Our HEL programs focus on rigorous research rapid prototyping and system integration to deliver effective resilient laser systems tailored to modern and emerging threats. We work closely with Department of Defense agencies and industry partners to push the boundaries of what is technically possible in the directed energy domain.
Job Summary
As a High Energy Laser Systems Engineer you will be instrumental in the design integration and fielding of advanced HEL systems. This role involves close collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver innovative directed energy technologies that meet mission requirements. The successful candidate will possess strong technical expertise in laser systems systems integration and defenserelated development with the ability to support complex programs from concept through testing and deployment.
Roles and Responsibilities
Design develop and integrate high energy laser systems and subsystems.
Collaborate with crossdisciplinary teams including optics electrical mechanical and software engineering.
Develop and maintain systemlevel requirements interface documents design specifications and test plans.
Support technical reviews and provide clear communication to internal teams partners and government stakeholders.
Identify track and mitigate technical risks across the program lifecycle.
Contribute to test planning system validation and data analysis from lab and field events.
Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing within the technical team.
Stay current with trends and advancements in HEL directed energy and related defense technologies.
Support proposal efforts and technical solution development for new business pursuits.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Optical Engineering Physics or a related technical field.
10 years of experience in laser system design development and integration.
Strong background in laser physics optical engineering and systems engineering principles.
Experience collaborating in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
Excellent problemsolving technical writing and verbal communication skills.
U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters or Ph.D. in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline.
Experience with defense applications of directed energy or HEL systems.
Familiarity with military standards test protocols and system qualification processes.
Proficiency in optical modeling and simulation tools (e.g. Zemax FRED Code V).
Experience with power and thermal management systems for high power lasers.
Active DoD security clearance (Secret or higher).
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin veteran status genetic information union status and/or beliefs or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
