Optical Engineer Jobs

Discover high-paying Optical Engineer jobs on Ladders. If you're an expert in developing optical systems and components, this is the category for you.

What is an Optical Engineer?

Optical Engineers are professionals who apply the principles of optics to design, create, and improve optical systems and devices. Their work can include research and development in areas such as optical sensors, lasers, and imaging systems.

What are the skills required for an Optical Engineer?

The skills required for Optical Engineers include optical system design, problem-solving, research and development expertise, knowledge of optical software, and a deep understanding of physical sciences and mathematics.

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$65K - $115K *

Join the team as an Electro-Optical Engineer, focusing on schematic design, requirements verification, and harness design in a collaborative environment. This role offers growth opportunities in cutti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $172K *

Empower the design and development of high-speed PCBs for advanced optical modules. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions, ensuring optimal performance and reliability...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$93K - $117K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee complex system deliveries, coordinating across teams and managing project timelines to ensure on-time execution and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced manufacturing e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of aerospace engineering by evaluating and improving photometric performance in military displays and lighting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and reliabili...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Grow and lead a dynamic team of process engineers to drive innovative InP and GaAs product development, ensuring efficient execution in a fast-paced environment, and fostering collaboration across int...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $155K *

Transform high-volume semiconductor processes by utilizing PVD and EB evaporation expertise, leading continuous improvement projects, and mentoring teams to achieve optimal manufacturing performance a...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's optimizing semiconductor substrate processes, leading innovations and enhancing production efficiency while mentoring engineers and collaborating for excellence in lithography and m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$167K - $219K *

Drive the design and optimization of advanced free-space optical communication systems. Partner across teams to innovate and implement high-performance solutions for space applications, ensuring succe...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $100K *

Champion the integration of fiber laser cutting solutions, enhancing customer production through demonstrations, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. Shape industry standards whil...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Play a key role in managing mission-critical products from prototype to end-of-life, ensuring compliance with standards, optimizing yield, and collaborating across teams to resolve issues and drive im...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development of advanced laser systems for aerospace applications, guiding teams in engineering and system integration, driving innovation and ensuring compliance with customer specifications...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $96K *

Transform administrative operations by overseeing staff management, scheduling, and compliance metrics. Collaborate with leadership on budgeting and ensure high performance in a healthcare environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $134K *

Engineer cutting-edge automotive lighting solutions, conducting design and development for innovative electronic products. Drive test evaluations, implement enhancements, and contribute to product lau...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $134K *

Drive innovation and excellence in automotive electronics design for new lighting products, ensuring timely development and production support while enhancing established capabilities and compliance w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $251K *

Transform complex technical challenges into effective system solutions throughout the product lifecycle. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop airborne EO/IR sensor systems, ensuring su...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$169K - $187K *

Transform communication systems for lunar missions by overseeing design, testing, and integration of RF components, collaborating across teams to ensure robust and reliable electronics for interplanet...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$166K - $319K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative advanced photonics solutions. Drive next-gen device roadmaps, architecture design, and cross-functional collaboration to meet market needs. Mentor a high-impact...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$166K - $319K *

Elevate your career by leading the Advanced Photonics team to innovate next-generation photonic solutions that align with market needs and customer expectations, ensuring seamless integration and stra...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $200K *

Engage with technical leaders to drive innovation and R&D in advanced transceiver technology, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and customer needs. Lead teams to deliver impactful solutions and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $140K *

Drive product marketing for CMOS image sensors in the security sector, enhancing market alignment, managing customer relationships, and fostering partnerships to propel growth and innovation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive strategic sourcing and supply chain management for optical film components, facilitating partnerships and negotiations to enhance innovation in augmented and virtual reality technologies while e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $215K *

Take ownership of driving product strategy and marketing initiatives, collaborating across teams to accelerate growth in optical solutions, while engaging with customers to win new design opportunitie...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $100K *

Discover innovative fiber optic connectivity solutions, overseeing full product development, from concept to launch, while collaborating across teams to enhance cutting-edge technologies and exceed cu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $100K *

Inspire innovation by developing cutting-edge fiber optic solutions. Collaborate through the full product lifecycle, focusing on design and testing to address real-world applications in telecommunicat...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$217K - $321K *

Pioneer the future of high-speed optical data communication as a Director of RF and Analog Design. Lead cutting-edge circuit design, oversee team dynamics, and deliver best-in-class solutions for TIAs...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Optical Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.