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Job Title: Optical Engineering Lead – Photonics

Job Code: 19375

Job Location: Carlsbad, CA

Job Schedule: On-site 9/80 (Every other Friday Off!)

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualifed applicants

Job Description:

Due to substantial growth in our business Harris has an immediate need for an Optical Engineer. We are seeking an advanced professional with practical knowledge of the photonics area.  This key role will provide technical insight for our existing technologies and develop new technologies to capture and lead new programs with our military, government, and commercial customers. 

Responsibilities:

Run the team that generates the technical solutions from conception to demonstration to field deployable hardwareRun the team that generates the technical solutions from conception to demonstration to field deployable hardwareGenerate, analyze, evaluate, and flow down optical requirementsLead internal and external design reviews as a subject matter expert (SME) in photonic systemsLead large sized Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) with the responsibility of meeting cost and schedule milestones

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering with Optics Focus, Physics or related field and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.Ability to obtain and maintian a TS/SCI security clearance7 or more years experience modeling and/or designing photonics systems5 years experience leading product development teamsExperience generating technical data for business proposalsExperience providing technical leadership for prime or subcontracts5 or more years experience developing prototype optical systems​​​​​​​

Preferred Additional Skills:

Preferred are Master’s or PhD degreesActive TS/SCI clearance is preferredFundamentals of lens and microscopy designUnderstanding of the physical nature of fiber optics, physics, materials, industry standards of fabrication, etc.Digital Lightwave Communications: Physical layer systems, components (EDFA, Modulators, SFPs, Switches, etc.) and modules for optical communication systemsPhotonic Modeling: Ability to model photonic systems using one or more of the following software packages: MATLAB, , BeamProp, Zemax, HFSSProficient with product development for government contracts

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $129,500.00 -$240,500.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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