Opto-Mechanical Designer

KBR, Inc.

Opto-Mechanical Designer responsible for the design and modeling of mechanical components interfacing with optical elements. Working remotely to support optical systems design and integration.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $81,700 - $122,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the design and modeling of opto-mechanical systems, including the ability to develop detailed drawings and conduct risk analysis. Proficient in CAD software and experienced in all phases of optical subsystem integration and testing.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Opto-Mechanical System DesignCAD Software ProficiencyAssembly and Test Procedure DevelopmentT/SCI Secret ClearanceNASA Experience

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Hard Skills

Mechanical DesignModelingRisk AnalysisOptical System DesignFabrication DrawingsAssembly DrawingsConceptual Design LayoutSystem Level AssemblyInterface DrawingsOptical Subsystem Integration

Tools & Technologies

Solid WorksNX

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Optical ElementsTrade StudiesSpace Flight Hardware

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the design and modeling of mechanical components to interface with optical elements
Design and model the mechanical means to mount and position these elements in an optical system
Develop detailed drawings of optical elements and overall optical system, as well as fabrication and assembly drawings
Conduct analysis and evaluation of design concepts to produce realistic assessment of risks
Support trade studies

Requirements

What you’ll need

T/SCI Secret Clearance
Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of experience or equivalent with total 7+ years of related experience
Specific knowledge related to the mechanical design mounts and modeling of opto-mechanical systems.
Proficient in CAD software (Solid Works, NX)
Ability to work all phases of opto-mechanical subsystems from conceptual design layout to system level assembly and interface drawings (ICD)
Develop assembly and test procedures and support all levels of optical subsystem integration and tests
Prior experience with NASA or related to space flight hardware

Benefits

Comp & perks

401K plan with company match
medical
dental
vision
life insurance
AD&D
flexible spending account
disability
paid time off
flexible work schedule
professional training and development