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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$140K - $170K *

Join as a Senior Program Manager to lead complex programs, ensuring deliverables meet timelines, budgets, and customer requirements while coordinating cross-functional teams and managing risks through...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $149K *

Unlock potential by driving innovations in composite manufacturing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop processes and solutions, and shaping the initial product designs for optimal ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive cutting-edge exterior lighting innovations that bridge mechanical and electrical disciplines, ensuring robust, manufacturable designs through advanced digital tools and collaboration with cross...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $121K *

Champion innovation in microelectronic manufacturing! Develop and scale packaging processes from concept to production, ensuring high quality and reliability while collaborating with diverse teams to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $135K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by enhancing processes and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to innovate, mentor engineers, and optimize efficiency in a dynamic environment focu...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $218K *

Shape the future of compiler technology by leading innovations in EDA, optimizing performance, and architecting next-gen silicon systems to handle complex AI challenges in a high-impact role...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $132K *

Join our team as a technical quality owner for additive manufacturing, driving process validations, implementing SPC frameworks, and collaborating to ensure smooth product transitions from development...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our team as a Shift Inspection Engineer to enhance visual inspection systems, optimize defect detection processes, and ensure product quality in a dynamic cleanroom environment, driving efficienc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Engineer innovative PTFE coating processes while leading improvements, maximizing quality, and reducing waste. Collaborate with teams to optimize operational performance on the shop floor and ensure c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of supplier quality by leading assessments and improvements to ensure excellence in materials and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance, mitigate risk...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion photoresist coat and develop processes to enhance semiconductor photomask production. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize yield, cycle time, and product quality while driving continuou...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your engineering career by designing advanced mechanical systems for custom automation projects across aerospace, defense, and more. Leverage your expertise to drive design from concept throug...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $150K *

Empower product engineering excellence as a Senior Product Engineer focused on NPI of RF components. Lead a dedicated team to enhance manufacturability, yield, and reliability for advanced technologie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Optimize the development and ramp of 3D NAND products, aligning customer needs with engineering teams. Lead cross-functional collaboration and guide technical evaluations, ensuring successful product...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$124K - $186K *

Lead the charge in managing complex electrical engineering projects, collaborating across teams to drive successful execution from concept through product release while ensuring alignment with technic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to drive spacecraft load and environment analysis, develop simulation tools, and ensure robust performance through innovative testing methodologies that enhance spacecraft reliabil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $187K *

Help us drive the future of client technology by owning complex IT solutions, enhancing automation, and ensuring secure operations. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable, AI-integrated workflow...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of innovative fiber optic connectors. This role requires collaboration across teams to create solutions for cloud computing and AI, pushing the b...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $200K *

Transform fiber connectivity solutions through innovative engineering leadership. Drive the design of cutting-edge fiber optic connectors for cloud computing, ensuring high performance and efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$98K - $200K *

Empower customers by serving as the technical lead in optoelectronic applications, ensuring effective integration and continuous satisfaction while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive p...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in life science automation, transforming ideas into reality. Collaborate with engineers and project managers to develop biotech products from concept through rele...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $245K *

Join a dynamic team in semiconductor technology, designing and enhancing EDA tools that propel innovation in hardware design. Collaborate with experts, automate workflows, and create impactful softwar...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive the improvement of semiconductor wet processing equipment to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability. Collaborate with teams to implement innovations and maintain operational excellence in a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $270K *

Empower groundbreaking imaging strategies in drug development across diverse therapeutic areas. Lead scientific initiatives in clinical trials, leveraging advanced imaging techniques and partnerships...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming AI with innovative computer vision solutions. Drive applied model development for object detection and video analysis while leveraging expertise in machine learning and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.