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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$150K - $187K *

Advance the design and optimization of manufacturing test solutions, leading cross-functional teams to ensure quality and scalability in production. Drive continuous improvements and oversee test arch...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $260K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing critical mission software through advanced testing and automation. Leverage your expertise in web applications to impact government contracts positively and e...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $157K *

Shape the future of manufacturing processes by optimizing production workflows, driving DFX strategies, and mentoring engineers in a fast-paced environment focused on robotics and advanced manufacturi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $175K *

Invent innovative undersea communication technologies by leading the design of low-noise analog and mixed-signal electronics while overseeing complex research-to-production processes within a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Deliver high-quality software for embedded systems, from concept to production, while collaborating across teams to enhance customer experiences in complex applications. Engage in all phases, from des...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to design and implement embedded software, enhancing aerospace technology through all development phases, from concept to production and support, collaborating closely with hardwa...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$133K - $161K *

Elevate our software capabilities by designing and implementing embedded solutions across all development phases for aerospace applications, ensuring seamless product integration and high reliability...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic engineering team while driving electrical design projects for municipal infrastructure, ensuring technical excellence and collaborative success in water and wastewater facili...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in driving sales growth and customer satisfaction in the surgical market. Collaborate with teams to protect existing accounts and develop new business opportunities while adhering to i...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$186K - $246K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of photonic communication by validating mixed-signal architectures and circuits. Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to ensure successful product defini...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$187K - $280K *

Drive strategic business development initiatives by engaging with optical systems customers, managing proposals, and fostering key partnerships to enhance market presence and revenue growth, while uti...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $250K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role driving optical systems business development. Engage with clients and manage proposals while leveraging your aerospace expertise to increase market presence and st...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $240K *

Take ownership of developing and executing the product strategy for passive optical connectivity solutions critical to AI infrastructure, collaborating across teams to drive innovation from concept to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on driving systems engineering excellence by defining stakeholder needs, crafting innovative solutions, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Your role will span...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $264K *

Advance product reliability in cutting-edge automotive technology, coordinating across teams to develop and implement qualification plans. Drive improvements through data analysis and troubleshooting...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $155K *

Drive visual storytelling expertise to create compelling broadcast graphics and design systems across studio programming, ensuring brand consistency and quality in fast-paced, collaborative production...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing operations by enhancing production efficiency, managing logistics, and fostering a safety-oriented culture while directly overseeing a motivated team focuse...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $133K *

Advance the efficiency of manufacturing processes by designing and implementing innovative production solutions that optimize performance in PCB engineering while ensuring quality and compliance with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $167K *

Join our team to develop cutting-edge radar systems, overseeing the full design cycle of complex hardware. Collaborate with diverse engineers to integrate mixed-signal architectures and bring innovati...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $167K *

Innovate high-speed mixed-signal architectures to tackle critical defense challenges. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team from concept through production, enhancing radar system capabilities an...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $191K *

Lead the charge in designing advanced electrical systems and integrated circuits for robotic products. Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to ensure reliable, production-ready solutions, con...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Explore a critical role ensuring quality in composite manufacturing. Collaborate with suppliers on quality assurance activities, oversee processes, and drive improvements to meet aerospace standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Drive the design, installation, and maintenance of advanced AV systems to support mission-critical operations. Collaborate with team members to ensure robust, secure communication within high-stakes e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $304K *

Lead the charge in computational materials discovery, optimizing electro-optic and photonic technologies. Collaborate across disciplines to develop innovative, validated workflows that translate mater...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovative engineering solutions by providing expert assessments and support for payload and countermeasure development. Collaborate across teams to ensure program milestones are met and deliv...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.