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Micro Optics Engineering Manager
$147K - $203K *
Join a dynamic team to drive the manufacturing engineering efforts for optical components, ensuring high-quality production and efficient process transfer with contract manufacturers while enhancing y...
6 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Help us innovate advanced optical systems for space missions, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to develop concepts, conduct analyses, and create proposals that pave the way for technology d...
6 days ago
Staff Hardware Engineer, Optics
$109K - $161K *
Shape innovative solutions in optical module design and testing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop next-gen AI platforms from inception to production, while fostering growth in a dy...
Today
Senior Manufacturing Test Engineer
$125K - $145K *
Explore new horizons in manufacturing test engineering, leading the calibration and EOL testing for cutting-edge LiDAR products while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production pr...
Today
Senior Materials and Processes Engineer
$100K - $130K *
Engineer innovative materials solutions to support human spaceflight missions. Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure materials meet stringent requirements for safety and reliability in c...
2 weeks ago
Senior Technical Program Manager (Silicon)
$130K - $180K *
Accelerate complex silicon tapeout and validation programs. Own project management within a high-visibility role that collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, validated system...
3 weeks ago
$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
Sr Photonics Test Development Engineer
$90K - $120K *
Lead advanced photonics test solutions as a Subject Matter Expert, ensuring quality and efficiency across programs globally. Drive continuous improvement and innovation throughout the product lifecycl...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Category Manager - Precision Optics
$100K - $150K *
Shape strategic sourcing initiatives across precision optics categories, influencing supplier partnerships and governance while driving compliance and risk management to align with corporate growth ob...
3 weeks ago
Senior Computer Vision Engineer
$100K - $130K *
Lead innovative computer vision development efforts while collaborating with engineers and project managers to create cutting-edge AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency and deliver impactfu...
Yesterday
Optical Hardware Engineering Technical Leader, Acacia (Hybrid)
$176K - $250K *
Champion the development of cutting-edge optical transceivers, collaborating with teams to enhance performance and power efficiency, while driving the transition from design to high-volume manufacturi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Vice President of Engineering - Optical Circuit Switch (OCS)
$200K - $250K *
Strategize innovative optical solutions by leading a global, multi-disciplinary engineering team to drive product development from concept to production while engaging with key hyperscale customers an...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $120K *
Pioneer optical engineering solutions, collaborating with clients to address complex challenges. Lead the development from concept to prototype, ensuring innovative, manufacturable designs that align...
1 week ago
Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer
$86K - $165K *
Lead the design and integration of advanced opto-mechanical subsystems for imaging systems. Collaborate across engineering teams to develop robust architectures that ensure high-performance and reliab...
2 weeks ago
Senior Principal Opto-Mechanical Engineer
$132K - $251K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and integrate precision opto-mechanical subsystems for high-performance imaging systems, ensuring reliability in demanding environments from developme...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Unlock potential by driving innovations in optical engineering, collaborating across teams to enhance display technologies and solutions, utilizing advanced optics, physics, and programming skills to...
1 week ago
$124K - $171K *
Build innovative electrical engineering solutions; lead projects and collaborate across teams. Utilize your expertise to solve complex challenges while guiding junior engineers and ensuring high-quali...
3 weeks ago
Camera Optomechanical Engineer
$90K - $120K *
Elevate imaging technology by designing rugged camera systems for autonomous vessels, ensuring durability and high performance in harsh maritime conditions while collaborating with multidisciplinary t...
3 weeks ago
Senior Certification Design Engineer
$113K - $151K *
Join a team that impacts aviation safety by leading certification efforts for avionics systems, providing technical expertise, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to secure global regulatory a...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Staff Opto-Mechanical Engineer (Top Secret)
$128K - $226K *
Unlock potential by leading a team in the design of advanced optical payloads. Drive innovation in mechanical architecture while ensuring high-precision analyses and validations across multi-disciplin...
2 weeks ago
$160K - $190K *
Unlock potential by architecting and developing innovative firmware solutions, ensuring seamless integration and customer satisfaction in SoC products across server, storage, and networking applicatio...
2 weeks ago
Senior Principal Engineer - Imaging, Digital Solutions
$130K - $261K *
Take ownership of innovative medical imaging solutions, lead architecture, and drive technical strategies that enhance patient care and product quality. Collaborate across teams to resolve complex cha...
Reposted 6 days ago
$112K - $155K *
Champion the development of advanced optical thin film coatings and processes, collaborating across engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance product performance and manufacturing...
2 weeks ago
Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer - Sea-Bird Scientific
$130K - $160K *
Develop high-precision opto-mechanical systems, mentor teams, and solve complex design challenges. Collaborate cross-functionally on innovative optical sensors from concept to production, ensuring rel...
1 week ago
Principal Optomechanical Design Engineer
$130K - $180K *
Accelerate your career by owning opto-mechanical architecture in precision optical systems. Collaborate across teams to design and manufacture systems ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and in...
2 weeks ago
What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Optical Engineer?
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?
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?
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