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Director Optical Engineer Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

Optician

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$24 - $29/hr

... direct link or through our website: -a9ae-44f4-935d-50f363bbe971& ccId=19000101_000001 &lang=en_US ... Take measurements, fit, and adjust frames for patients according to written optical prescriptions ...

Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing, manufacturing and ... Less than 20 Direct Expansion (DX) units and their associated equipment that serve office areas.

Our mission is to provide leading optical innovations and solutions by designing,manufacturingand ... Less than 20 Direct Expansion (DX) units and their associated equipment that serve office areas.

Perform basic or pre-defined tasks as directed by the team lead. * Actively participate during the ... Ability to properly identify various fiber optic cables and optics (LC, SC, FC, Single Mode ...

Director, Service Delivery

Sandy Springs, GA · On-site

$203K/yr

... optic network solutions, delivering reliable, high-performance connectivity to enterprise ... Network Engineering & Planning, OSP Construction, the NOC, and Sales to deliver on time and on ...

Proficiency with lab equipment such as optical microscopes, spectrometers, hardness testers, and ... Direct experience working with high-strength steels (AHSS), aluminum alloys, and/or composite ...

Proficiency with lab equipment such as optical microscopes, spectrometers, hardness testers, and ... Direct experience working with high-strength steels (AHSS), aluminum alloys, and/or composite ...

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What is the difference between Director Optical Engineer vs Optical Engineer?

AspectDirector Optical EngineerOptical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's/PhD in optics, physics, or engineering; extensive experienceBachelor's or Master's in optics, physics, or engineering
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles in R&D, product development, managing teamsDesign, testing, and development of optical systems
Industry UsageStrategic oversight, project management, cross-department coordinationHands-on technical work, prototype development, testing

The main difference is that a Director Optical Engineer focuses on strategic leadership, team management, and project oversight, while an Optical Engineer is primarily involved in technical design and development tasks. The director role requires more experience and leadership skills, whereas the optical engineer role emphasizes technical expertise and hands-on work.

What are the most commonly searched types of Optical Engineer jobs in Georgia? The most popular types of Optical Engineer jobs in Georgia are:
Principal / Sr Principal Missile Warning System Engineer

Principal / Sr Principal Missile Warning System Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Warner Robins, GA

$122K - $184K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Northrop Grumman rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 357 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

86th of 535 rated manufacturers


Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector has a need for a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer at its Integrated Mission Solutions (IMS) organization in Warner Robins, GA. This engineering position is for a systems engineering role on our AAR-47 missile approach warning system program. This opportunity provides a chance to have direct impact on the product and mission, moving quickly through design decisions, integration, testing, production and fielding. Our ideal candidate will possess technical expertise, a drive to lead from where you are, collaborative people skills, and the proven ability to work within a technically diverse and fast-paced team. This position is in Warner Robins, GA and requires that you work on-site daily.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Capture, analyze, and maintain systemlevel requirements for the AAR47 laser/missile warning system.

  • Track parts lifecycle, evaluate DMSMS risks, and propose mitigation strategies (lasttimebuy, partinproduction, redesign).

  • Design, prototype, and test electronic assemblies (PCBs, power modules, I/O interfaces, etc) for the system.

  • Perform schematic capture, layout, and BOM generation using industrystandard tools (Altium, Mentor, Cadence).

  • Work closely with embeddedsoftware/firmware teams to define electrical interfaces, timing, and datalink protocols.

This position may be filled at either Principal / Sr. Principal Levels.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Principal Systems Engineer: Minimum of 5 years of direct relevant experience with B.S. degree; Minimum of 3 years of direct relevant experience with Master's degree; Minimum of 1 year of direct relevant experience with PhD. B.S, M.S., or PhD must be in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Biomedical Engineering.

  • Sr. Principal Systems Engineer: Minimum of 8 years of direct relevant experience with B.S. degree; Minimum of 6 years of direct relevant experience with Master's degree; Minimum of 4 years of direct relevant experience with PhD. B.S, M.S., or PhD must be in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Biomedical Engineering.

  • Familiarity with automated test systems, software loading tools, diagnostic platforms, and optical test equipment.

  • Proficiency in schematic capture, PCB layout, and component selection; familiarity with signalintegrity and powerdistribution concepts.

  • Experience using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, function generators, power supplies, and optical test gear (optical power meters, spectrum analyzers, laser safety equipment).

  • Strong written and verbal skills; able to produce clear technical documents and deliver presentations.

  • Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with external suppliers and customers.

  • Must currently hold or be able to maintain a U.S Government Secret level security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Direct involvement with laserwarning, missilewarning, or other threatdetection systems that incorporate optical detectors, lidar, or infrared sensors.

  • Expertise with Altium Designer, Mentor Graphics, or Cadence Allegro.

  • Experience using system level modeling environments (MATLAB/Simulink, Model Based Design, SysML) to generate performance predictions.

  • Secret Security Clearance or higher.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939