Saalex

Engineering and IT services for defense

Range Laser Safety Specialist

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Part-timeCorona, CA, USA$85k - $115k

About the Job

Requirements

Be detail- and accuracy-oriented.
Have exceptional organizational skills.
Be self-disciplined and self-motivated.
Be able to work independently or as part of a team.
Be able to communicate effectively with senior U.S. and allied partners and sponsors in a multidisciplinary environment.
Require minimal supervision and direction, with excellent written and oral communication skills.
Be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds of equipment for up to half a mile.
Be able to walk up to two miles in various environmental conditions and on various outdoor terrains.
Be able to climb stairs and ladders.
Be able to fly in small fixed- or rotary-wing aircraft and travel by boat or vessel and ATVs or UTVs.
Possess an active U.S. passport or be able to obtain one.
Hold a Bachelor of Science degree.
Have a minimum of 15 years of relevant laser safety experience.
Be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance; clearance requirements include U.S. citizenship, a security investigation, and other applicable requirements.

Responsibilities

Complete in-the-field surveys of test, evaluation, and training ranges, which may include extensive hiking, flights in fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft, ship or boat transport, and ATV use.
Participate in site surveys and provide in-briefs and out-briefs to range personnel; ensure field notes, photo records, and GIS/GPS data are collected.
Review documents, including range survey reports and Naval, DoD, and NATO instructions.
Create plans to develop new ranges.
Report analysis results and produce reports as required, including ad hoc, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
Maintain contacts within the DoD and NATO.
Interact with senior-level customers and collaborators domestically and internationally.
Provide laser safety instruction as required.
Develop or introduce new technologies and processes to improve workflows.
Provide laser safety consulting to customers with diverse operational needs.
Document and analyze requirements from users and managers and translate them into application, functionality, and data requirements.
Interpret data and research geographical information.
Assist with training and provide technical support to end users and stakeholders.
Support the current range assessment program for the U.S. Navy Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division, and support development of new range complexes as required.
Present on behalf of NSWC Corona at meetings, including the Laser Systems Safety Working Group and NATO Laser Safety Panel.
Support the Project Lead as part of a specialized team, providing range evaluation and development support and expertise on operating a range from a systems perspective.
Support U.S. and foreign military test, evaluation, and training programs at on-site and off-site levels.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Desired Qualifications

Have experience as a command Laser Systems Safety Officer for laboratory and range facilities.
Have experience with in-air, over-water, and underwater uses of laser systems.
Have experience bringing laser systems to the Navy Laser Safety Review Board.
Hold U.S. Navy TLSO/RLSS/LSS certification.
Have experience creating and running test and evaluation laser ranges and laser firing areas.
Have experience as a Navy laser safety instructor.
Have experience with RDT&E laser systems development.
Have knowledge of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation principles.
Have experience with military training procedures and documentation.
Have experience working with military, federal, and foreign partner agencies.
Be able to pass U.S. Navy NASTP (Naval Aviation Survival Training Program) Class 3 non-aircrew aviation physiology and water survival training; this is preferred but not required.
Have experience in systems safety, systems engineering, and test engineering.
Have experience working with the DoD and NATO communities.

Range Laser Safety Specialist

Saalex · Corona, United States (Hybrid) · Part-time · Posted 2026-08-28

Salary: USD 85,000–115,000

Workplace: hybrid

Department: TELS

Description

Saalex is seeking a Range Laser Safety Specialist in Corona, CA. The Range Laser Safety Specialist will support our current range assessment program supporting the U.S. Navy (USN) Naval Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division (NSWC Corona). The candidate will support the development of new range complexes as required. The candidate will also be prepared to present on behalf of NSWC Corona at various meetings including the Laser Systems Safety Working Group and the NATO Laser Safety Panel. The selected candidate will support our Project Lead as part of a highly specialized team. This position will provide range evaluation and development support as well as expertise on running a range from a systems perspective. The work supports U.S. and Foreign military test, evaluation training programs at both on-site (office) and off-site (fieldwork) levels.

Position Type: Part-Time/On Call

Salary: $85k-$115k (depending on experience)

Work Location: Hybrid remote/in-office (see on-site requirements below)

This position is 60% telework, 10% on-site at NSWC Corona, and 30% travel. Travel may encompass both national and international venues. Due to the percentage of telecommuting, exceptional personal discipline and time management skills are required. Candidate is not required to live near NSWC Corona.

Essential Functions:

The Specialist will complete in-the-field surveys of various test, evaluation and training ranges, which may include extensive hiking, flights in both fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft, ship/boat transport, and ATV use.
Participate in site surveys and provide in-briefs and out-briefs to the range personnel. Ensure that field notes, photo records and GIS/GPS data are collected.
Review documents including range survey reports and Naval, DoD and NATO instructions
Create plans to develop new range
Report on analysis results and produce reports as required, including ad hoc, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
Maintain contacts within the DoD and NATO
Interact with senior level customers and collaborators both domestically and internationally
Provide laser safety instruction as required
Develop or introduce new technologies and processes to improve workflows.
Provide laser safety consulting to customers with diverse operational needs.
Document and analyze requirements from users and managers and translate them into application, functionality, and data requirements.
Interpret data and research geographical information.
Assist with training and technical support of end users and stakeholders.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

Required:

Detail and accuracy-oriented.
Exceptional organizational skills.
Self-disciplined and self-motivated.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to communicate effectively with senior US and allied partners and sponsors in a multidisciplinary environment.
Requires minimal supervision and direction; excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds of equipment for up to half a mile.
Ability to walk up to two miles in various environmental conditions and on various outdoor terrains.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to fly in small fixed- or rotary-wing aircraft and travel by boat/vessel and ATVs/UTVs.
Must possess an active U.S. passport or be able to obtain one.

Desired:

Experience as a command Laser Systems Safety Officer for both laboratory and range facilities.
Experience with in air, over water and underwater uses of laser systems.
Experience with bringing laser systems to the Navy Laser Safety Review Board.
U.S. Navy TLSO/RLSS/LSS certification.
Experience creating and running test and evaluation laser ranges and laser firing areas.
Experience as a Navy laser safety instructor.
Experience with RDT&E laser systems development
Knowledge of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation principles.
Experience with military training procedures and documentation.
Experience working with military, federal and foreign partner agencies.
Ability to pass U.S. Navy NASTP (Naval Aviation Survival Training Program) Class 3 Non-Aircrew aviation physiology and water survival training. (preferred not required).

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree required
Minimum of 15 years of relevant laser safety experience
Experience as in systems safety, systems engineering and test engineering desirable.
Experience working with the DoD and NATO communities desirable.

Security Clearance:

Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance; an interim Secret clearance is preferred. Requirements to obtain a clearance include U.S. citizenship, a security investigation, and other applicable requirements.

Benefits

Employer Paid Health Care Plans for Employees & Family
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development
Wellness Resources
Stock Option Benefit

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About the Company

Saalex

Engineering and IT services for defense

Saalex Solutions provides engineering and IT services focused on defense and government clients. It supports test range operations and management, engineering and logistics, data analytics and business intelligence, and IT services. The company differentiates itself as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned organization with extensive government experience, prime and subcontracting capabilities, and a nationwide footprint with offices in California, Florida, and Washington. Its goal is to help national defense and other agencies carry out complex operations reliably by delivering practical, technically capable services and data-driven solutions tailored to mission needs.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Camarillo, CA
Founded: 1999

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