Optical Engineer

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.

• 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

• 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

• Experience with design, development, and testing of optical components and telecommunications systems

• 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.

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