Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 10+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 8 years of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Ability to obtain a Department of Defense TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

As a Senior Principal Electro-Optics Engineer, you will architect, design, develop, build, and test systems and new products involving advanced photonic and laser technologies. The breadth of these projects includes technologies for application in free-space optical (FSO) and fiber communications and sensors, photonic integrated circuits, active and passive optical remote sensing and imaging, microwave photonics, and quantum technologies.

In the execution of programs, you will be leading or be a major contributor to the architecture, requirements definition, trade studies, performance analysis, design, integration, test, and verification of these systems. Additionally, this position involves leading and/or interfacing with hardware and software design teams to assist in the overall development of these systems. Furthermore, there will be the opportunity to help architect future products and support proposals for new business.

Workplace Options:

This position is On-site with flex options
While on-site, you will be a part of the Annapolis Junction Team

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General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans