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The Opto-Mechanical Engineer provides technical expertise and systems engineering support for the development, integration, and sustainment of advanced space-based optical payloads. They serve as a technical liaison between government stakeholders and industry vendors to manage interface requirements and ensure mission success.
Candidates must possess a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and a Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline. A minimum of 9 years of experience in optical systems, telescope development, or aerospace programs is required.
FTS International, LLC (FTS) is committed to providing the Federal Government with quality consultants and support. To ensure mission success we focus on putting our customers first while minimizing corporate bureaucracy on our staff. We provide Subject Matter Experts (SME) free of Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) focused on independent analysis and mission support services within the disciplines of Engineering, Counter Terrorism Operations, Management, Information Technology, Signals Analysis, Administration, Cyber Security and Linguistics.
FTS has an opportunity for an Opto-Mechanical Engineer in Chantilly, VA.
The Opto-Mechanical Engineer provides technical expertise and systems engineering support for the development, integration, and sustainment of advanced space-based optical payloads and telescope systems.
Responsibilities
Support the maturation of advanced telescope technologies, manage cross-vendor interface coordination efforts, and contribute to the development of common engineering approaches that enhance interchangeability across future spacecraft builds
Facilitate the transfer of knowledge related to advanced telescope technologies, optical systems, and opto-mechanical architectures between government organizations and industry partners
Serve as a technical liaison between government stakeholders and telescope vendors to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and alignment of engineering objectives
Manage and coordinate telescope interface requirements across multiple industry vendors to maximize component and subsystem interchangeability for future spacecraft developments
Evaluate and adjudicate interface recommendations, technical trades, and design feedback from industry partners to reduce non-recurring engineering (NRE) costs and improve future integration efficiency
Support the development, maintenance, and configuration management of telescope interface definitions, technical standards, and engineering baselines
Participate in opto-mechanical design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and engineering assessments throughout the system lifecycle
Support integration planning activities for telescope assemblies, optical payloads, and spacecraft interfaces
Collaborate with government and industry teams to identify opportunities for common architectures, modular designs, and standardized interfaces that improve mission flexibility and acquisition efficiency
Contribute to technology maturation efforts by assessing emerging optical technologies, evaluating readiness levels, and identifying transition opportunities into future programs
Coordinate technical activities among multiple vendors, government organizations, and engineering teams to support schedule, performance, and mission objectives
Support risk assessments, trade studies, and engineering analyses associated with telescope integration and performance
Develop technical documentation, interface control products, engineering recommendations, and executive-level briefings to support program decision-making
Required Skills/Qualifications
TS/SCI with polygraph
BS STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) in engineering discipline
9+ years of experience supporting optical systems, telescope development, spacecraft payloads, opto-mechanical engineering, systems engineering, or aerospace programs
Experience working with optical payloads, telescope systems, precision mechanical systems, or space-based imaging technologies
Knowledge of systems engineering principles, interface management processes, and integration activities
Experience supporting technical reviews, design assessments, and engineering coordination across multiple organizations
Ability to evaluate technical tradeoffs and develop recommendations that balance performance, risk, schedule, and cost considerations
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting technical information to government and industry stakeholders
Ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse engineering teams and organizations
Desired Skills/Qualifications
MS STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) in engineering discipline
Familiarity with optical payload integration, telescope manufacturing processes, precision alignment techniques, and environmental testing
Experience with Interface Control Documents (ICDs), requirements management, and configuration control processes
Knowledge of optical performance modeling, structural analysis, thermal analysis, or optical system design principles
Experience supporting vendor management, technical interchange meetings, and government-industry partnerships
Familiarity with technology readiness assessments, acquisition planning, and transition of emerging technologies into operational programs
Experience supporting multi-vendor development environments and complex spacecraft integration efforts
Expected Salary Range: $149,000 - $170,000 per year. Placement within the range is determined by qualifications, job-related criteria, experience, internal equity and market considerations. In addition, FTS International, LLC has benefits offerings in addition to salary to include Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
FTS International, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer – vets/disabled.
We provide expert services and highly dedicated mission support as trusted consultants in service of the federal sector.
FTS was founded in 2005 with the purpose of providing unbiased and dedicated support to the US Government and Intelligence Community. Based on our reputation solving some of the hardest national security problems, and hiring top talent, FTS has grown an elite workforce and continues to attract recognized experts across multiple disciplines. To learn more, please visit us at https://www.fts-intl.com.
Offices: 14151 Newbrook Dr, 150, Chantilly, Virginia 20151, US
