High Energy Laser Beam Control Engineer/Technologist – Lockheed Martin – Sunnyvale, CA

High Energy Laser Beam Control Engineer/Technologist
Lockheed Martin
4,085 reviews

Sunnyvale, CA 94089
Sunnyvale, California :

Analyzes, designs, and develops acquisition, tracking, and pointing (ATP) and adaptive optics (AO) – wavefront control (WFC) subsystems for high energy laser (HEL) systems. Evaluates, investigates, and performs applied research and development on emerging ATP, AO, and WFC electro-optical technologies to improve performance and reduce cost for HEL products and solutions. As part of an interdisciplinary engineering and technology team, collaborates with subject matter experts in software, mechanical, power, thermal, electrical, production, and specialty engineering to support programs, pursuits, and internal R&D activities.

Keyword\\Phrases Include :

Electro-Optics, Photonics, Directed Energy, Solid Sate Lasers, Beam Control, Fourier Optics, High Energy Laser, HEL, MATLAB, ZEMAX, Research & Development Environment, Modeling, Simulation and SIMULINK.

Basic Qualifications

Technical proficiency in the field of HEL beam control, with specialized skill in at least one of these areas: ATP algorithms, atmospheric compensation, or beam stabilization and jitter control. Proficiency in Fourier optics or multivariable controls modeling & simulation. Self-starter with initiative and tenacity to meet deadlines with quality products. Team-player with the ability to work with a diverse range of individuals and enable senior leaders to build and develop cohesive and effective engineering teams. Effective in oral presentation. Good written and briefing slide development skills. Operative skill in MATLAB and industry standard software tools required to be effective in the position.

Desired skills

Demonstrated potential to advance in technical and programmatic responsibilities, supported by publications, advanced degree(s), and challenging program achievements. Demonstrated skill in both Fourier optics and multivariable controls. Scientific and mathematical grasp of the theory and practice of atmospheric propagation of laser beams. Proficient in ZEMAX and SIMULINK. Experience in test-bed and instrumentation setup for experiments and demonstrations.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.

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Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Job Location(s): Sunnyvale California


4,085 reviews

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