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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$87K - $107K *

Lead the charge in optimizing electrical processes and asset performance to enhance efficiency and drive down costs within a collaborative, cross-functional team focused on innovative solutions in man...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $107K *

Lead technical initiatives to enhance asset performance, drive cost reductions, and ensure sustainability compliance across operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams for optimal engineering...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and integration of complex systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality and reliable product development through all lifecycle phases...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Champion defect control in a high-volume manufacturing setting. Drive yield improvements and support NPI efforts by analyzing defect data, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing s...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of defect reduction initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment, driving yield and performance improvements through cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, and strategic i...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $175K *

Transform satellite capabilities by owning RF mechanical designs from concept to qualification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge hardware that meets internal and externa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join us to enhance equipment performance in semiconductor fabrication, ensuring optimal uptime, precision maintenance, and effective technician training programs to support our CMP/EPI departments and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Provide technical leadership in micro-contamination control solutions, driving product development and customer engagement within semiconductor processes, fostering collaboration across departments to...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Empower innovation in imaging science and AI by leading research and development of cutting-edge algorithms and robotic systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance product architectures and drive ind...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Lead the charge in developing high-voltage electrical systems for next-gen metrology platforms, collaborating with a dynamic team to turn advanced plasma science into manufacturable, field-ready solut...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$126K - $190K *

Transform sensor technologies through innovative solutions and technical leadership, driving development in radar, communications, and electronic warfare. Collaborate across teams to prototype and eva...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Join our team as you leverage your expertise to ensure efficient test processes while collaborating across departments. Play a vital role in maintaining high-quality production standards and enhancing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$180K - $256K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI-driven scientific platforms. You’ll design, build, and optimize backend systems and data infrastructures, collaborating with experts to elevate orchestratio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes by enhancing efficiency, increasing throughput, and reducing costs. Collaborate across teams to analyze operations, implement innovative solutio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Oversee complex mechanical design projects, mentor engineers, and ensure alignment with technical milestones while promoting innovation in mechanical architecture and leading cross-functional teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead innovative mechanical design projects, mentoring engineers and enhancing product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet complex design specifications and drive technical exc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform hardware reliability through hands-on testing, analysis, and cross-functional collaboration in developing next-gen lidar systems across diverse applications...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $180K *

Champion mission assurance and flight reliability, ensuring the highest standards of safety and performance through cross-functional collaboration and rigorous investigation in aerospace programs...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic engineering initiatives. Drive the development of scalable solutions while mentoring a diverse team. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experiences...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Innovate processes in the design and manufacturing of rotating x-ray tube anodes. Engage in troubleshooting, enhance quality, and lead improvements while collaborating across functions to achieve oper...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $175K *

Innovate radar systems as a Senior Software Engineer, leveraging expertise in software development, algorithm design, and systems integration. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to enhance rada...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $150K *

Optimize design verification processes by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, utilizing advanced verification methodologies, and leading model development to ensure the integrity and performan...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Engineer focused on electronics, driving innovation in aerospace manufacturing. Engage in design, planning, and production processes while fostering collaboration acro...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Innovate laser systems within a collaborative environment, focusing on design, testing, and development of cutting-edge EO/IR technology for diverse applications. Contribute to both R&D and production...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of advanced manufacturing by enabling machining-centric manufacturability for turbine airfoils, leading innovative tooling design, and collaborating globally to enhance production eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.