Hight Energy Laser (HEL) System Engineer

Post Date

Jul 22, 2025

Location

Huntsville,
Alabama

ZIP/Postal Code

35808
US
Sep 22, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Electrical Engineering

Req #

HSV-796850

Pay Rate

$200k - $250k (estimate)

Job Description

A client of Insight Global is seeking a High Energy Laser Systems Engineer to join their team. This role offers remote flexibility, with travel to Huntsville, AL required once a month. The engineer will lead a team of 510 supporting various efforts, primarily focused on system development for high energy laser programs. Key qualifications include expertise in system integration, laser systems, and overall system development.

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Required Skills & Experience

Master's Degree or PhD in a STEM related field
8 years of experience w/ a master's degree & 6 years of experience w/ a PhD
Active Top Secret Clearance
Experience managing a team of 5-10 engineers
System integration, laser systems, and system development
High Energy Laser and directed energy experience
DoD/defense program experience specifically with high energy

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.