36 laser engineer jobs at 18 companies in McLean, VA

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Fiber Laser Engineer
Herndon, Virginia, United States
$70k-$90k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Fibertek, Inc.
Fibertek, Inc.: Designs and manufactures laser and electro-optic aerospace systems.
1+ YOEBS with 1-3 years hands-on fiber laser experience including build and characterization.
fiber laser system, optical instrumentation, alignment tools, spectral analysis
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Senior Laser Communications Engineer
El Segundo or Chantilly
$166k-$250k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
12+ YOEBachelor’s in electrical eng, physics; 12+ years engineering experience; lasertransmitters/optics background; knowledge of link budgets; ability to travel up to ~10%; security clearance (Secret/Top Secret).
MATLAB, Python, C++, VPIPhotonics
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Laser Weapon System Test Engineer and Scientist
King George, Virginia, United States
$87k-$198k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Consulting and technology services for government and commercial clients
10+ YOE10+ years laser weapon testing, tracking systems, optical/EO experience; security clearance eligible; engineering degree.
Oscilloscopes, Power meters, Photodiodes, Detectors, Interferometers, Wavefront sensors, Spectrometers, Beam profilers, FRED, Zemax, WaveTrain, SolidWorks, MATLAB
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Laser Lethality & Vulnerability Analysis Engineer
Dahlgren, Virginia, United States
$75k-$85k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Bowhead
Bowhead: Federal government contracting and professional services provider.
BS in mechanical/aerospace/physics, proficiency with 3D modeling, programming/scripting, FMEA/FALT/TVC/VM experience, engagement analysis, Microsoft Office, ability to obtain Secret clearance and US citizenship.
Microsoft Office
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Engineering Laser Analyst – Intermediate
Springfield or Chantilly
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KBR
KBRNYSE: KBR: Provides engineering, technology, and professional services for global markets.
7+ YOEMaster’s or Bachelor’s with experience in vulnerability testing; TS/SCI clearance with poly; defense/mission-critical work.
Vulnerability assessment tools, Python, Bash, Test management systems
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Engineering Analyst- Directed Energy (Laser)
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$86k-$138k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: National security and mission-critical government technology services provider.
5+ YOE5+ years in flight safety/CA, laser deconfliction, space ops; TS/SCI with Poly; BS/BA or MS/MA with equivalent experience; STK/ASW experience; strong orbital mechanics knowledge.
STK, ASW
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Sr Engineer, Equipment
Manassas, Virginia, United States
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Micron Technology
Micron TechnologyNASDAQ: MU: Manufacturer of semiconductor memory and data storage products.
3+ YOE3+ years engineering experience (36 months) or a Master’s in mechanical, chemical, electrical engineering or related; experience with ASML TwinScan (XT/NXT), photolithography, metrology tools, overlay analysis, lasers, productivity metrics, equipment qualification, and data analysis (JMP, R, Python, Minitab).
ASML TwinScan, XT, NXT, ASML Yield Star, KLA registration tools, QONIAC, 5D Analyzer, CYMER XLA, CYMER XLR, GigaPhoton, JMP (SAS), R, Python, Minitab
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Principal Optical Engineer
Lorton, Virginia, United States
$165k-$214k/yr OnsiteFull Time
QinetiQ
QinetiQLondon Stock Exchange: QQ: Provides defense, security, and aerospace technology solutions.
10+ YOEBachelor's in optical engineering, 10+ years imaging and laser optical design experience, proficiency with Zemax/CODE V and NVIPM, laboratory optical characterization, prototype integration, and active DoD Secret clearance; up to 10% travel.
Zemax, CODE V, Night Vision Integrated Performance Model (NVIPM)
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Systems Engineer – EO/IR
Dulles, Virginia, United States
$114k-$171k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Develops and manufactures advanced aerospace, defense, and space systems.
Active TS/SCI clearance required, EO/IR or laser systems experience, systems engineering expertise in requirements, analysis, verification, and sensor performance; bachelor's or advanced degree with relevant years of experience.
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Systems Engineer – EO/IR
Dulles, Virginia, United States
$114k-$213k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Northrop Grumman
Northrop GrummanNYSE: NOC: Designs and manufactures advanced aerospace and defense systems.
5+ YOEActive TS/SCI clearance required, EO/IR and laser systems experience, systems engineering skills, modeling and sensor performance analysis, ability to obtain SAP, relevant degree with multi-year experience.
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1676 - Systems Engineer
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$135k-$160k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Sigma Defense: Develops tactical communications and intelligence systems for defense.
10+ YOEU.S. citizen with high school/GED plus 15+ years, Bachelor’s with 15+ years, or Master’s with 10+ years in Surface Radar/ECM/EO/IR/Lasers software system design and test.
Model-Based Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity RMF, Simulation
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Sr. Optical Amplifier Engineer - Advanced Photonics Systems
Seattle or Denver or Los Angeles or Longmont or Reston
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Blue Origin: Develops reusable rockets and systems for human spaceflight.
7+ YOE7+ yrs in engineering of complex systems; 5+ yrs in optics/photonics/high-power fiber lasers; experience with SBC/CBC, YDFA, fiber optics, thermal management, and lab automation; MS in Optical/EE/Physics; preferred PhD and 10+ yrs.
MATLAB, Mathcad, Zemax, RP Fiber Power
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Principal Support Engineer and Technical Trainer
Columbia, Maryland, United States
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Mettler-Toledo
Mettler-ToledoNYSE: MTD: Manufacturing precision instruments for laboratory and industrial applications.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree in engineering/chemistry/physics or equivalent,5+ years field service technical support,training experience,knowledge of IR/optics/lasers/HPLC/GC/Mass Spectrometry,ATEX/IECEx,project management,and troubleshooting electronic/electrical/mechanical systems.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, InfoPath
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Electro-Optical Manufacturing Engineer
Greenbelt, Maryland, United States
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Relative Dynamics
Relative Dynamics: Develops engineering solutions and communication technologies for the aerospace industry.
5+ YOEBachelor's in electrical/electro-optics or related,5+ years lab/manufacturing experience,US work authorization,no sponsorship,cleanroom certification,laser operation,fusion fiber splicing,LabVIEW and MATLAB proficiency,Microsoft Office.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, LabVIEW, MATLAB
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Engineering Analyst- Directed Energy (Laser)
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, United States
$104k-$166k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Peraton
Peraton: Provides advanced technology and mission support for government agencies.
8+ YOERequires active TS/SCI with polygraph, 8 years' experience with BS (6 with MS), 2+ years using ASW, SuperCombo, or STK; STK Level II may substitute; strong orbital mechanics and flight safety expertise.
Astrodynamics Support Workstation (ASW), SuperCombo, Systems Tool Kit (STK)
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Fusion Engineer
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$78k-$176k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Booz Allen Hamilton
Booz Allen HamiltonNYSE: BAH: Provides technology and management consulting services to diverse organizations.
5+ YOE5+ years authoring technical papers in plasma physics/fusion systems, 2+ years research (high-energy lasers or pulsed power), Master's degree, ability to obtain Public Trust, up to 15% travel.
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Software Engineer II
Hanover, Maryland, United States
$94k-$141k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Oceaneering
OceaneeringNYSE: OII: Global provider of engineered services for offshore energy industries.
2+ YOEBS in STEM (or commensurate experience), 2+ years software lifecycle experience with C++ and PLCs, proficiency with Microsoft 365; preferred Allen Bradley PLC and sensor (camera/laser) experience.
C++, PLC, Microsoft 365, Allen Bradley PLC
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Engineering Technician
Greenbelt, Maryland, United States
$48k-$55k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Intuitive Machines
Intuitive MachinesNASDAQ: LUNR: Provides lunar exploration spacecraft and space-based data services.
2+ YOESupport optical alignment, integration, metrology, and test of spacecraft and instruments; high school diploma required, 2+ years preferred, able to follow technical drawings and procedures, willing to complete laser/cleanroom/cryogenic certifications.
laser trackers, Spatial Analyzer, theodolites, autocollimators, alignment telescopes, dewar, lasers
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Systems Analyst
Huntsville or San Diego or Fredericksburg or Centennial
$98k-$171k/yr OnsiteFull Time
General Atomics
General Atomics: Designs and manufactures unmanned aircraft and nuclear technology systems.
3+ YOERequires systems engineering degree and multi-year experience (mid-level). Must hold active DOD Secret clearance, have systems analysis experience for aerospace/defense (missiles, hypersonics, lasers, satellites), and familiarity with MATLAB, Python, AFSIM, DOORS, Jama, CORE, and MBSE/Cameo-MagicDraw.
MATLAB, Python, AFSIM, DOORS, Jama, CORE, Cameo, MagicDraw
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Mechanical Engineering Lab Manager and Makerspace Technician
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$90k-$100k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Howard University
Howard University: Private research university providing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
2+ YOEBachelor's in engineering (or 10 years experience) with 2+ years lab/machine shop experience. Must have CNC, fabrication, CAD/CAM, equipment maintenance, safety compliance, training, and strong communication skills.
CNC, 3D printers, wind tunnels, waterjet, laser cutting machines, Autodesk Fusion, Microsoft Office, inventory management systems, CAD/CAM

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