Optical Engineer
Job in
Chantilly, Fairfax County, Virginia, 20151, USA
Listed on 2026-07-11
Listing for:
SAIC
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-11
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Telecoms Engineering, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* SAIC has an opening for an Electrical Engineer with a strong background in Optical Engineering, Fiber Optics, and Telecommunications. The candidate should have experience or a willingness to work in a lab environment, contributing to innovative projects and advancing technological capabilities.
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* KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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* + Optical Engineering and Fiber Optics:
+ Design, develop, and test optical components and systems, including fiber optic networks and devices
+ Perform characterization and analysis of optical systems and components to ensure optimal performance
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate optical solutions into broader telecommunications frameworks
+ Telecommunications:
+ Develop and implement telecommunications systems and solutions, focusing on enhancing network efficiency and reliability
+ Conduct performance evaluations and troubleshooting of telecommunications systems
+ Stay updated on emerging telecommunications technologies and integrate relevant advancements into ongoing projects
+ Lab Environment:
+ Participate actively in lab-based projects, including setup, calibration, and maintenance of experimental and testing equipment
+ Conduct experiments and tests to validate the performance and reliability of optical and telecommunications systems
+ Analyze and document results, providing detailed reports and recommendations for improvements
** Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
+ Must currently hold a TS/SCI and Poly clearance
+ Minimum of 10 years of relevant technical experience
+ Proven experience in optical engineering, fiber optics, and telecommunications
+ Hands-on experience working in a lab environment, including setup, calibration, and maintenance of testing equipment
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Experience with design, development, and testing of optical components and telecommunications systems
** Preferred:*
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Experience with LTEs and other advanced telecommunications technologies
+ Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements for telecommunications and optical engineering
Target salary range: $200,001 - $240,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
REQNUMBER: 2614292
SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity.
Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working AA M/F/Vet/Disability
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