Senior Optical Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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$220K - $292K *

Drive the development and optimization of advanced display systems for national defense, blending technical expertise with creative problem-solving across the full lifecycle from design to verificatio...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$109K - $140K *

Lead reliability engineering and performance testing efforts to drive product quality for eyewear and tactical gear. Collaborate across functions to translate specifications into effective testing pro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $280K *

Join us to lead cutting-edge optoelectronic development programs. Oversee multi-disciplinary teams, manage risk, and drive project execution from inception to manufacturing for innovative products in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engage in the manufacturing readiness of precision optical components, overseeing their transition from engineering prototypes to high-volume production. Collaborate with engineers and suppliers to me...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $181K *

Support a team of optical engineers in designing, testing, and analyzing optical systems. Collaborate across disciplines, gain hands-on experience, and lead solutions on complex projects within the op...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $160K *

Help us design, prototype, and produce innovative electronic systems while mentoring junior engineers. Your technical expertise will bridge analog and digital realms, shaping cutting-edge solutions th...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate operations by leading cross-functional teams to innovate optical technologies, manage resources, and drive strategic initiatives that advance our mission for integrated vision solutions in a d...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$141K - $240K *

Drive the complete design process from inception to manufacturing, encompassing feasibility studies, 3D modeling, system testing, and documentation. Collaborate in design reviews while tackling comple...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $217K *

Drive innovation by designing high-performance optical systems, collaborating across teams from concept to production. Lead the development, validation, and improvement of optical solutions, ensuring...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product development by leading optics industrialization efforts. Drive improvements in output and efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-q...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $152K *

Take ownership of the electrical design process for innovative medical imaging systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver life-saving technology. Drive complex hardware challenges w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $160K *

Drive innovation in optical solutions by enhancing quality and reliability, coordinating supplier engagement, and ensuring lifecycle management in pluggable optical transceiver components to optimize...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$107K - $160K *

Elevate optical component performance through supplier engagement and lifecycle management. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality and reliability of pluggable transceivers, contributing to...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$107K - $160K *

Drive component quality and reliability for pluggable optical transceivers, enhancing product performance and supplier engagement through lifecycle management and cross-functional collaboration...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$107K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving quality and reliability in optical components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure superior optical solutions for top-tier products, enhancing customer satisf...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge engineering solutions for high-power CW lasers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, ensure product quality, and drive innovation...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead development engineering for high-power CW lasers, optimizing yields and integrating new products with contract manufacturers, while ensuring product performance and quality through data analysis...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $220K *

Innovate in photonics device design by creating and refining integrated optical components. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure manufacturability, develop essential tools, and contribute to an im...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $311K *

Transform the future of silicon photonics by architecting, designing, and optimizing integrated circuits to drive next-gen technologies in AI and more. Collaborate cross-functionally and ensure high-p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive procurement excellence by leading sourcing and supplier management for complex optical components. Leverage negotiation skills and experience in the aerospace and defense sector to ensure qualit...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and development of advanced multi-fiber module packaging, ensuring robust performance under various conditions while collaborating on production transfer and providing technical suppo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$134K - $192K *

Lead the charge in developing embedded firmware for advanced optical systems. Drive technical direction, collaborate across teams, and ensure high-quality, reliable firmware delivery for high-volume p...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $165K *

Provide comprehensive verification of software in medical devices, ensuring compliance with standards and quality expectations. Collaborate across teams to develop test plans and enhance testing pract...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Engineer high-performance opto-mechanical designs for the 3D Surgical Viewer. Drive cost reduction, ensure compliance, and collaborate with teams to enhance robotic surgical technologies through innov...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.