CLEARANCE: Candidates should have an active Top-Secret clearance in order to be considered for this position due to the nature of the work being done.Do not submit candidates if they do not meet this requirement. JOB DESCRIPTION: Conducts research and plans development and design of gas and solid-state lasers, masers, infrared, and other light emitting and light sensitive devices. Designs electronic circuitry and optical components with specific characteristics to fit within specified mechanica