Location
Fort Sam Houston
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
June 09, 2026
Job Description
**Description**
SAIC is actively seeking a Laser Optical Engineer to join our dynamic team of physicists, biologists, optometrists, engineers, and technicians dedicated to conducting fundamental and applied research in the realm of laser bio-effects and safety within military environments. This full-time position is in support of the Optical Radiation Safety and Bioeffects research program based at the Air Force Research Laboratory in San Antonio, Texas.
**RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Operate, repair, and maintain a variety of laser systems ranging from ultrafast to multi-kilowatt CW lasers, ultraviolet through far-infrared wavelengths.
+ Design and construct optical systems to deliver laser energy to specified targets that satisfy costumer defined specifications.
+ Develop electronic and optoelectronic control systems for precise delivery of laser energy.
+ Perform laser beam characterization and dosimetry.
+ Generate documentation on equipment operatio...
SAIC is actively seeking a Laser Optical Engineer to join our dynamic team of physicists, biologists, optometrists, engineers, and technicians dedicated to conducting fundamental and applied research in the realm of laser bio-effects and safety within military environments. This full-time position is in support of the Optical Radiation Safety and Bioeffects research program based at the Air Force Research Laboratory in San Antonio, Texas.
**RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ Operate, repair, and maintain a variety of laser systems ranging from ultrafast to multi-kilowatt CW lasers, ultraviolet through far-infrared wavelengths.
+ Design and construct optical systems to deliver laser energy to specified targets that satisfy costumer defined specifications.
+ Develop electronic and optoelectronic control systems for precise delivery of laser energy.
+ Perform laser beam characterization and dosimetry.
+ Generate documentation on equipment operatio...