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Optical Engineer (Experienced or Senior)
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At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth.
Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Experienced or Senior Optical Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to join our team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The role supports the Air Force Research Lab in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities using ground‑based telescopes.
We are seeking candidates with experience in optical design, integration of optical systems, and field testing of systems. This position will work with highly talented, high‑performing, multidisciplinary engineering teams to work on state‑of‑the‑art adaptive optics and optical imaging systems.
Position Responsibilities
Develops and validates requirements for various communication, sensor, and other electromagnetic systems and components.
Develops and validates optical requirements for electrical/electronic systems, mechanical systems, interconnects and structures.
Develops architectures to integrate systems and components into higher level systems and platforms.
Performs trade studies, modeling, simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component, interconnects and system performance and to optimize design around established requirements.
Defines and conducts tests to validate performance of designs to requirements.
Manages appropriate aspects of supplier and partner performance to ensure compliance to requirements.
Provides support to products throughout their lifecycle by developing root‑cause analysis of anomalies and other engineering support as requested.
Supports project management by providing work statement, budget, schedule and other required inputs and by reporting project status.
Writes appropriate sections of proposals to support development of new business.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non‑US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
5+ years of experience in optical design.
5+ years of experience with design, development, testing, and troubleshooting of advanced Electro‑Optical Systems.
Willing and able to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Advanced study in Optical Specialization.
Active U.S. Top Secret Clearance.
Experience working with adaptive optics systems.
Experience with high power lasers.
Optical System Integration: knowledge of multi‑discipline integration issues applicable to infrared/electro‑optical (IR/EO), visible, ultraviolet (UV), photonics, fiber, high energy laser, and optics, including reliability, availability, maintainability, testability, supportability, mechanical design, packaging, electrical, software, configuration management, environmental constraints, safety, human factors.
5+ years of experience performing modeling and/or simulation of Electro‑Optical and Infrared systems with a technical computing language, such as Matlab or Mathematica.
Location & Work Site This position is expected to be 100% onsite at the Starfire Optical Range, Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Shift Variable shift.
Pay and Benefits Applications for this position will be accepted until
Nov. 16, 2025 .
Experienced (Level 3) Summary pay range: $97,750 – $132,250.
Senior (Level 4) Summary pay range: $118,150 – $159,850.
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. The package includes competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
Export Control Requirements This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Security Clearance U.S. Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret Clearance is required. Interim/post‑start clearance is required.
Drug Free Workplace Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post‑offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Optical Engineer (Experienced or Senior)
role at
Boeing .
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth.
Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) is looking for an Experienced or Senior Optical Engineer (Level 3 or 4) to join our team at the Starfire Optical Range on Kirtland AFB in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The role supports the Air Force Research Lab in their advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities using ground‑based telescopes.
We are seeking candidates with experience in optical design, integration of optical systems, and field testing of systems. This position will work with highly talented, high‑performing, multidisciplinary engineering teams to work on state‑of‑the‑art adaptive optics and optical imaging systems.
Position Responsibilities
Develops and validates requirements for various communication, sensor, and other electromagnetic systems and components.
Develops and validates optical requirements for electrical/electronic systems, mechanical systems, interconnects and structures.
Develops architectures to integrate systems and components into higher level systems and platforms.
Performs trade studies, modeling, simulation and other forms of analysis to predict component, interconnects and system performance and to optimize design around established requirements.
Defines and conducts tests to validate performance of designs to requirements.
Manages appropriate aspects of supplier and partner performance to ensure compliance to requirements.
Provides support to products throughout their lifecycle by developing root‑cause analysis of anomalies and other engineering support as requested.
Supports project management by providing work statement, budget, schedule and other required inputs and by reporting project status.
Writes appropriate sections of proposals to support development of new business.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non‑US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.
5+ years of experience in optical design.
5+ years of experience with design, development, testing, and troubleshooting of advanced Electro‑Optical Systems.
Willing and able to work variable shifts; including days, evenings, nights and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Advanced study in Optical Specialization.
Active U.S. Top Secret Clearance.
Experience working with adaptive optics systems.
Experience with high power lasers.
Optical System Integration: knowledge of multi‑discipline integration issues applicable to infrared/electro‑optical (IR/EO), visible, ultraviolet (UV), photonics, fiber, high energy laser, and optics, including reliability, availability, maintainability, testability, supportability, mechanical design, packaging, electrical, software, configuration management, environmental constraints, safety, human factors.
5+ years of experience performing modeling and/or simulation of Electro‑Optical and Infrared systems with a technical computing language, such as Matlab or Mathematica.
Location & Work Site This position is expected to be 100% onsite at the Starfire Optical Range, Kirtland AFB, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Shift Variable shift.
Pay and Benefits Applications for this position will be accepted until
Nov. 16, 2025 .
Experienced (Level 3) Summary pay range: $97,750 – $132,250.
Senior (Level 4) Summary pay range: $118,150 – $159,850.
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. The package includes competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid and unpaid time away from work.
Export Control Requirements This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Security Clearance U.S. Security Clearance: Ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret Clearance is required. Interim/post‑start clearance is required.
Drug Free Workplace Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post‑offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Relocation Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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