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  • Production Chief Engineer

    $192K — $289K *Redondo Beach, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Lead engineering excellence for F-35 production operations, ensuring optimal compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage technical baselines and drive program success through effective problem-solving and communication.
    Requirements: BS in STEM + 14 yrs or MS+12 yrs or PhD+9 yrs; 4 yrs leadership exp.
  • Production Chief Engineer

    $192K — $289K *Palmdale, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Optimize the F-35 Production area by providing technical leadership and oversight, ensuring quality and timely execution of engineering processes while managing a skilled team to meet customer and program objectives effectively.
    Requirements: Bachelor's in STEM + 14 yrs exp; or Master's + 12 yrs; or PhD + 9 yrs exp.
  • Sr Engineer, Telephony

    $92K — $138K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Grow your career with a vital role in designing and maintaining telephony systems, enhancing customer experiences by optimizing Cisco UC, PCCE, and Five9 infrastructures, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to exceed business requirements.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree, 5-7 years experience, Cisco UC/PCCE expertise, CCNP/CCIE certs.
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    Principal Mechanical Engineer - Platform Integration

    $120K — $150K *Los Angeles, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Deliver innovative mechanical integration solutions for ruggedized sensor systems on mobile platforms, leveraging extensive experience in aerospace and defense to enhance operational capability in challenging environments.
    Requirements: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering; 10+ years in ruggedized platform integration.
  • Staff SW Engineer, Machine Learning Operations

    $150K — $180K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Join a team that's at the forefront of AI/ML technology, driving the development and deployment of innovative machine learning solutions. Collaborate with expert teams to create impactful satellite imaging applications and enhance our robust software.
    Requirements: 8+ years software engineering, degree in computer science or related field.
  • Principal Engineer Tool/ Sr. Principal Tool Engineer- Tool Design Engineer

    $103K — $155K *Palmdale, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Join a team that's designing innovative tooling solutions to support aerospace production. Utilize CAD tools to create detailed engineering designs and lead projects, driving collaboration and mentoring junior engineers throughout the fabrication process.
    Requirements: Bachelor's + 5 yrs or Master's + 3 yrs experience in aerospace design.
  • Engineering Lead (Forward Deployed)

    $171K — $300K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Shape the future of enterprise solutions by owning technical execution of AI integrations, collaborating closely with project teams to deliver seamless, secure, and scalable implementations that enhance customer infrastructures and workflows.
    Requirements: 8+ years in software engineering, cloud platforms, AI/ML skills required.
  • Spacecraft Manufacturing Engineer

    $90K — $120K *Los Angeles, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Apex is seeking a talented and experienced Spacecraft Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be crucial in the spacecraft manufacturing and test process, ensuring the seamless integration of components and systems for advanced space systems.
    Requirements: Bachelor's in Engineering, 3+ years aerospace manufacturing experience.
  • Deputy Element Manager, Wavefront Sensing & Control

    $175K — $215K *Pasadena, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Join a team that's shaping the future of astronomy by leading the Wavefront Sensing & Control Element. Drive maturity of cutting-edge designs, integration, testing, and delivery for the Giant Magellan Telescope's adaptive optics systems.
    Requirements: M.S. in optical science, 10+ yrs experience in optical systems, team leader.
  • Quality/Improvement Engineer

    $90K — $120K *Camarillo, CA (Ventura County)In-Person
    Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance yield, efficiency, and process stability across manufacturing operations, leveraging analytical skills and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
    Requirements: Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years in Quality Engineering, CQE preferred.
  • Senior Engineering Lab Technician

    $100K — $145K *Torrance, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Transform lab operations by supporting hardware validation, troubleshooting power electronics, and ensuring readiness for next-gen semiconductor systems in a dynamic R&D environment.
    Requirements: BS in engineering, 3-5+ years lab experience, strong soldering skills, Python or MATLAB.
  • Quality Engineer

    $106K — $145K *Monrovia, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Join a team that's revolutionizing healthcare by ensuring the highest quality standards for medical devices. Collaborate with innovative minds to drive quality improvements and compliance, enhancing patient care and safety.
    Requirements: Bachelor's in Engineering/Science, 3 yrs. quality engineering exp., FDA knowledge.
  • Principal Software Engineer - OMS

    $160K — $200K *Palmdale, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Join a dynamic team to develop and integrate advanced software for military aircraft, enhancing mission capability with cutting-edge OMS technologies. Collaborate on innovative solutions that drive the future of U.S. military aviation.
    Requirements: Bachelor's in STEM, 8+ years C++ dev, OMS software, Linux, middleware
  • Senior Sales Executive

    $98K — $156K *Los Angeles, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Unlock new business opportunities as a Senior Sales Executive, cultivating broker relationships and driving sales growth in a dynamic region. Utilize strategic initiatives to manage the full sales cycle, effectively showcasing value propositions to clients.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree, 5+ years B2B sales, Accident and Health license, MS Office.
  • Staff Propulsion Integration Engineer, Omen

    $220K — $292K *Costa Mesa, CA (Orange County)In-Person
    Drive the future of unmanned air vehicle propulsion by leading engine integration, design, and testing efforts. Collaborate with a skilled team to rapidly develop innovative airframes with unmatched flexibility and performance.
    Requirements: 12+ years propulsion experience, BS in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, CAD skills.
  • Senior Electrical Engineer

    $130K — $210K *Hawthorne, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Transform the future of aerospace by designing and maintaining complex test systems to validate advanced sensor and avionics technology. Collaborate with diverse engineering teams while ensuring integration and performance in cutting-edge projects.
    Requirements: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years exp, skills in test systems.
  • Senior Flight Reliability Engineer

    $140K — $180K *Redondo Beach, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Champion mission assurance and flight reliability, ensuring the highest standards of safety and performance through cross-functional collaboration and rigorous investigation in aerospace programs.
    Requirements: 5+ years in aerospace; Bachelor's in Engineering; Secret clearance; skills in problem-solving.
  • Mechanical Analyst Engineer

    $90K — $150K *US-AnywhereRemote
    Deliver innovative mechanical analyses that drive the optimization of power plant design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advise on design improvements, employing both theoretical and practical analyses for mechanical components.
    Requirements: BS in engineering, 4+ years experience, FEA proficiency, strong documentation skills.
  • Quality Engineer

    $87K — $131K *Gardena, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Lead the charge in quality engineering initiatives, driving continuous improvement by analyzing defects, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with teams to enhance manufacturing processes and meet customer requirements effectively.
    Requirements: B.S. in Engineering; 3-5 years aerospace/manufacturing experience; Six Sigma.
  • Quality Engineer

    $87K — $131K *Gardena, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Champion quality initiatives and drive continuous improvement through data analysis, compliance checks, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes and ensure customer satisfaction.
    Requirements: B.S. in Engineering; 3-5 yrs quality exp; Six Sigma/ASQ preferred.
  • Medical Ophthalmologist

    $200K — $260K *Newport Beach, CA (Orange County)In-Person
    Launch your medical career in a collaborative ophthalmology practice, offering clinical autonomy and advanced technology. Join a supportive team to provide exceptional patient care in a prestigious coastal community with high demand services.
    Requirements: Board-Certified/Eligible Ophthalmologist; CA license; patient-focused.
  • Principal Engineer

    $240K — $330K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Shape the future of autonomous driving by leading ML initiatives that enhance vehicle behavior and safety in complex traffic scenarios, working alongside top engineers in a dynamic and fast-growing environment.
    Requirements: Master's or PhD in Computer Science; experience with deep learning frameworks.
  • Production Engineering Manager (SMT/ PCBA)

    $152K — $209K *Long Beach, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Oversee the SMT and PCBA production operations, ensuring efficiency and quality for launch-critical avionics hardware. Lead a growing team, driving continuous process improvements and collaboration across engineering and production teams.
    Requirements: Bachelor's in Engineering; 6+ years in SMT/PCB assembly, leadership skills.
  • Senior Operations Engineer

    $140K — $175K *Redondo Beach, CA (Los Angeles County)In-Person
    Drive operational excellence in manufacturing by optimizing processes, enhancing data collection, and improving factory layouts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Lean principles and streamline workflows for increased efficiency.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree in engineering, 5+ years operations experience required.
  • Software Engineer

    $166K — $220K *Costa Mesa, CA (Orange County)In-Person
    Unlock potential by leading the development and maintenance of integrated IT systems that empower connected factories. Drive efficiency in high-stakes manufacturing with cutting-edge infrastructure and automation techniques.
    Requirements: 7+ years IT infrastructure experience, VMware, Azure, IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible).
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Production Chief Engineer

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$192K — $289K *
Redondo Beach, CA 90278
In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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FAQ About Optical Engineer Jobs in Redondo Beach, CA

What does an Optical Engineer do?

Optical Engineers utilize the principles of optics to research, develop, and improve optical systems and equipment. This can encompass a wide range of applications, from medical devices and telecommunications equipment to aerospace systems and more.

What qualifications do you need to be an Optical Engineer?

Most Optical Engineer roles require at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as physics or electrical engineering. However, many high-paying Optical Engineer jobs may require a master's degree or Ph.D., along with professional experience in the field.

What is the salary range for Optical Engineers?

Salary can vary greatly depending upon factors like geographic location, size of the company, and level of experience. However, at Ladders, we host Optical Engineer jobs that offer salaries of $100000 or more.