Optical Engineer

Our research at the Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) includes fiber optic sensors for acoustic, seismic, electric and magnetic fields, fiber optic sensors for strains and damage in structures, sensors for chemical, biological and explosive materials. We provide R&D for novel materials such as multicomponent polymers for optical, electronic and mechanical applications. We also provide material science for materials with superior thermal, mechanical and optical properties. Amentum has supported the Optics Division since 1977.

• Support applied research programs to develop radiation hardened sensors and undersea sensing techniques.
• Contribute to technical report s and scientific publications.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Lab Research/Field Testing/Desk

• Conduct research on radiation dosimetry, undersea sensing and related sensing techniques.

• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance Level – Employee needs to complete paperwork ASAP

• MSc or PhD Optics/Physics

• Knowledge of Matlab would be beneficial.

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

08/05/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.