Senior Optical Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Find your next Senior Optical Engineer job through Ladders. Our platform hosts numerous high-paying job opportunities for professionals in the field. Senior Optical Engineers play a critical role in creating, designing, and improving optical devices including, but not limited to, lenses, telescopes, and microscopes.

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$85K - $95K *

Shape the future of printed electronics by optimizing product specifications and leading commercialization of innovative designs. Collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturing and ensure high-qual...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with innovative thermal engineering solutions for military and commercial clients. Lead projects from design to production while utilizing advanced cooling techniques and directing ex...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining scalable, cloud-based full-stack applications using modern web technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence critical business operat...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Develop and manage strategies for Laser product offerings, driving growth and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal product performance and deliver excellent...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that delivers cutting-edge machine vision solutions, ensuring successful deployment and technical support across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance im...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$164K - $205K *

Lead innovative projects in integrated photonics for quantum computing. Collaborate with diverse experts to enhance next-gen systems and ensure timely delivery of complex R&D initiatives. Drive effect...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$156K - $187K *

Transform high-performance analog IC testing by designing evaluation solutions, debugging programs, and collaborating with engineers. Take part in new product development while managing project schedu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $160K *

Join a team that's focused on driving automation and operational excellence for satellite systems. You will coordinate launches and on-orbit demonstrations, working with engineers to ensure peak perfo...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$164K - $247K *

Elevate your career by leading the Optical Testing Laboratory, ensuring the highest standards of optical product validation for AI and data center technologies. Collaborate with engineering teams and...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$89K - $165K *

Innovate cutting-edge optical measurement systems in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment, driving product development for lab and production applications while ensuring compliance wit...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you tackle thermal engineering challenges for cutting-edge products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape strategies that optimize cooling systems and enhance perfor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$86K - $165K *

Engineer robust electronic designs and lead failure analysis in a collaborative team environment. Drive continuous improvement and optimize processes while engaging with cross-functional teams to solv...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Optimize hyperscale AI/cloud networking as you lead technical engagement and customer readiness, driving cross-functional solutions and building relationships with engineering leaders for successful p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Engage with suppliers to drive quality and efficiency in component delivery. Lead part qualification, process selection, and corrective actions. Collaborate across teams to solve complex engineering c...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $165K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and development of cutting-edge optical systems for fiber optic production, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure product excellence in cleaning...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

$170K - $250K *

The Director of Manufacturing Engineering will lead the development and implementation of a scalable manufacturing system for modular high-rise construction, ensuring efficiency and precision across m...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$144K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing flight-critical systems, managing the prototype development process, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary engineers to ensure high-quality aerospace comp...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $201K *

Lead the charge in the development of high-power fiber laser amplifiers, shaping next-gen optical systems for aerospace missions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, prototype, and opti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $219K *

Transform next-gen optical systems by leading high-power fiber laser amplifier development, driving innovation from design through on-orbit operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$156K - $219K *

Drive high-power fiber amplifier development as a key technical leader, shaping innovative optical systems for aerospace missions and collaborating across disciplines for optimal performance from conc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$144K - $201K *

Lead the charge in developing high-power fiber laser amplifiers, shaping advanced photonics systems to support innovative aerospace missions, from design to on-orbit operations, guiding a talented int...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$144K - $219K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge high-power fiber amplifiers, leading design efforts for SBC and advanced photonics applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize laser syst...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Engage in the design and development of cutting-edge electrical systems for diverse applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovation, enhance product performance, and support...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead quality initiatives, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement within aerospace manufacturing. Utilize your expertise to enhance product quality and foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Optical Engineer?question toggle

    Senior Optical Engineers develop and design optical systems and equipment. They are responsible for the conceptualizaton, design, testing and development of optical systems.

  • What qualifications are required to be a Senior Optical Engineer?question toggle

    Most Senior Optical Engineers hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Physics, Optics, or a related field. Experience in the field, analytical skills, and familiarity with optical design software are commonly required.

  • Why should I use Ladders for my Senior Optical Engineer job search?question toggle

    Ladders hosts vetted professional jobs that pay $100000 or more. We provide detailed job descriptions, application advice, and a wide list of opportunities across the U.S.A.