SAIC

Technology integrator delivering defense IT solutions

Optical Engineer

Telecommunications EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChantilly, VA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
Must currently hold a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance and polygraph clearance.
At least 10 years of relevant technical experience.
Proven experience in optical engineering, fiber optics, and telecommunications.
Hands-on experience in a laboratory environment, including setup, calibration, and maintenance of testing equipment.
Experience designing, developing, and testing optical components and telecommunications systems.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and test optical components and systems, including fiber optic networks and devices.
Characterize and analyze optical systems and components to ensure optimal performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate optical solutions into broader telecommunications frameworks.
Develop and implement telecommunications systems and solutions to improve network efficiency and reliability.
Evaluate and troubleshoot telecommunications system performance.
Stay current with emerging telecommunications technologies and integrate relevant advancements into ongoing projects.
Participate in laboratory 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.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with LTE and other advanced telecommunications technologies.
Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements for telecommunications and optical engineering.

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.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

Preferred:

Experience with LTEs and other advanced telecommunications technologies
Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements for telecommunications and optical engineering

About the Company

SAIC

Technology integrator delivering defense IT solutions

SAIC is a technology integrator that supports the U.S. government with engineering and IT services for defense, space, and intelligence missions. Its offerings include integrating complex systems, software, data analytics, cybersecurity, and digital engineering to help national security programs run smoothly. The company operates by combining technical expertise with large-scale government contracts, delivering end-to-end solutions from planning and development to deployment and support. Unlike many firms that focus on a single product, SAIC differentiates itself through a long history of government work, its origins as an employee-owned company, and its growth through strategic acquisitions to broaden capabilities in digital engineering, mission IT, and related services. SAIC’s goal is to enable national defense and intelligence operations by providing the technology and services needed to design, build, and maintain critical systems at scale.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Reston, VA
Founded: 1969

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