Electronics and Optics System Design Engineer (76536)

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BS EE) or Computer Engineering (BS CE) from an ABET-accredited program with a minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience (relevant research, internship, and co-op experience counts); or a bachelor's degree in a related field with 8 years of experience; or a master's degree in a related field with 5 years of experience; or a PhD in a related field with 2 years of experience
• Demonstrated mastery of electrical engineering fundamentals with a strong analytical approach to problem solving
• Demonstrated knowledge of optical communication basics, including fiber construction, transmission theory, design, and optimized use
• Knowledge of connectors, splicing, cable handling, and cable management
• Proficiency with Visual Fault Locators (VFL), optical loss testing, optical time-domain reflectometers (OTDRs), optical dispersion testers, optical fiber splicing, and optical test standards and documentation
• Understanding of general optical test best practices, including impacts of fiber type mismatches, optical loss testing with mandrel, and ANSI/TIA-526 test methods
• Proficiency in optical fiber and laser safety, as well as active and passive component design within Link Loss Budgets
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be a sole U.S. citizen and must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• MIL-STD-2042B (M28876) training and certification
• Experience with optical fiber recoating
• Experience with embedded systems design, programming, and troubleshooting
• Hands-on mechanical and electrical experience using standard tools and methods (e.g., soldering, crimping, hand tools, and lab or field debugging)
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across technical disciplines to solve complex, multifaceted problems

Compensation Data

• Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $82,000 – $116,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

• We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.
• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.
• A Work Environment Where You Succeed For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:
• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

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