Defense High Power Laser Production Engineer

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Position Description: We are seeking to fill a Production Engineer position to support development and acquisition of advanced, state of the art high power defense laser systems. This individual will work with the U.S. Government to:

• Assess Prime Contractor laser system production plans and execution to identify and mitigate production risks,
• Establish, and assess compliance to, criteria for certification of Prime Contractor readiness to initiate system production,
• Assess Prime Contractor production progress,
• Identify current and potential future production issues,
• Assist in developing solutions to production issues as they arise,
• Execute Production Readiness Reviews (PRRs) of system and component production lines and First Article Inspections of the units produced by the lines

Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in any Engineering, Math, Physics, Computer Science or other similar scientific field.

Security Clearance Requirements: Ability to obtain Secret Clearance required.

Experience Requirements: 3+ years of experience in laser system engineering / production. Understanding of the basic physics and operational concepts associated with modern high power laser defense systems desired.

Anticipated Salary Range: $90K - $150K, dependent on experience

Location: Huntsville, AL

Start Date: Immediate

Corporate Background: Our dedication to engineering excellence and innovation has been key to Delta Research's success at executing some of the most technically challenging jobs in the Defense Industry since 1978. Through our direct support to the U.S. Government, we have played a critical role in bringing multiple defense systems from 'cocktail napkin' concepts to delivered warfighter capabilities. That work is continuing today as execute new technology assessments, system requirements development, high fidelity system modeling, ground and flight test planning and test and operational system performance assessments - all for some of the most advanced U.S. and International missile defense systems in the world. We're a small, growing company located in Huntsville, AL - come join our team!

We place the highest priority on providing our employees with the tools and environment they need to succeed, to include a superior benefits package that includes company paid medical and dental insurance, company paid holidays (11 days), vacation (3-weeks) and sick leave (2-weeks), performance bonuses, education reimbursement, and a 401K retirement plan (company funded to 15% of salary).