Job Summary GA’s Electromagnetic Systems (EMS) Group focuses on the military and commercial applications of advanced electromagnetic technologies, including power generation and distribution, magnetic levitation, laser and weapons systems, and systems design and engineering. The EMS Group supports government customers, which include the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, the Department of Transportation as well as a range of commercial customers.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Optical Payload Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Acton, MA!

With limited direction, this position is responsible for supporting the manufacturing production process of Optical systems and Optical Space Payloads to ensure they meet the mission requirements, while focusing on manufacturing, integration and testing, of parts, components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and execute manufacturing engineering activities for the assembly, integration and test of opto-mechanical systems
• Knowledge of how electro-optical and opto-mechanical systems are designed, developed, manufactured and tested
• Develops, implements, and maintains methods, operation sequence and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of optical parts, components, sub- assemblies, and final assemblies.
• Provide optical and opto-mechanical engineering support to the manufacturing technicians.
• Capable of Hands On Assembly and Test of Opto-Mechanical systems.
• Conducts tests throughout all stages of production to determine control over applicable variables and troubleshooting and resolving the most highly technical and complex manufacturing problems, requiring an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness.
• Recommends and designs the sequence of production operations, specifying procedures for the fabrication of applicable tools and equipment, and adapting machinery in response to factory conditions.
• Collaborates with cross functional teams in coordinating manufacturing optical systems
• Provides leadership, direction, and guidance for developing solution to manufacturing engineering problems.
• Advises design engineering on technical specifications that will best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.
• Estimates manufacturing cost, determines time standards, and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new or existing product lines.
• Ensures that production processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
• Plans for future applications of solutions based on new developments in manufacturing technology.
• Plans and coordinates the maintenance of manufacturing engineering solutions including, documentation, reporting, and making technical and other presentations to ensure viability of the solution(s) in an evolving environment.
• Participates in or directs the allocation of technical resources and professional staff to achieve objectives.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelors in engineering or a related technical field as well as fourteen or more years of manufacturing engineering experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Applies advanced technical manufacturing engineering principles, concepts, theory, and practice as well as project and/or program leadership including organizing, planning, scheduling, and coordinating workloads to meet established project deadlines or milestones.
• Must possess the ability to contribute to the development of new concepts and principles; resolve unusually complex technical problems; serve as spokesperson on projects and/or programs; and be a technical expert in one or more areas of engineering.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills are required enabling an effective leadership interface with other departments, all levels of management, professional and support staff, customers, potential customers, and government representatives.
• Customer focused, formulates plans based on the development of innovative new designs in resolving advanced technical engineering problems.
• Must be able to work on a self-initiated basis and in a team environment.
• Able to work extended hours as required.

Salary:$116,480 - $208,505