Senior Optical Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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$150K - $180K *

Transform engineering initiatives by leading hardware program integration to ensure successful product launches and operational excellence across medical imaging systems...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$133K - $161K *

Drive satellite communication excellence by designing and optimizing space-to-ground links, ensuring reliable connectivity for innovative RF payloads. Collaborate across teams to enhance system perfor...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower your engineering skills to design and enhance advanced power electronic systems for innovative energy storage solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, cost...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Create AI-driven automation solutions to enhance operational efficiency and innovation across diverse teams by integrating advanced workflows and frameworks. Play a critical role in accelerating AI ad...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Contribute to product quality and reliability as you oversee inspections, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts within a fast-paced quality engineering environment focused on high-per...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead collaborative efforts with design engineers and manufacturing teams to innovate and develop custom tooling solutions for complex reactor systems, ensuring efficient production and assembly proces...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $120K *

Manage complex product development initiatives from concept through commercialization, utilizing advanced polymer science and engineering expertise to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $105K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dynamic team in glass manufacturing. Drive productivity and quality while fostering a safe and collaborative work environment. Focus on continuous improvem...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $210K *

Shape the future of semiconductor technology as a Staff R&D Device Engineer, driving innovation from design to characterization. Engage deeply in hands-on work to enhance device performance, optimize...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to the design and development of cutting-edge autonomous systems by leading a team of engineers, driving cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$72K - $94K *

Engineer innovative manufacturing solutions and collaborate cross-functionally to solve complex production challenges, optimize processes, and ensure product quality. Drive process improvements throug...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $159K *

Elevate research capabilities by designing and optimizing cellular activity imaging experiments, capturing neural dynamics, and advancing neural technology through collaboration across multiple scient...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Explore advanced optical and quantum communications engineering to shape next-gen national security systems. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment, providing technical insights, evaluations...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by providing technical advisory support for advanced optical and quantum communication systems. Join a dynamic team focused on cutting-edge solutions for national security across d...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $175K *

Shape critical process utility systems for pharmaceutical projects, leading design and engineering efforts while assuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $175K *

Drive impactful utility system design for biotech and pharmaceutical projects. You'll lead efforts from concept to execution, ensuring compliance with regulations while collaborating with diverse team...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $175K *

Advance your engineering career by leading critical process utility design for pharmaceutical projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure successful project delivery while utilizing your techni...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $195K *

Reimagine the sales process by partnering with teams to drive technical discovery and showcase solutions. Elevate customer engagement through impactful demonstrations while translating technical conce...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $287K *

Optimize advanced materials and chemistry workflows by embedding AI solutions to enhance performance, accelerate discovery, and establish a technical foundation for the future. Act as a trusted techni...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$184K - $287K *

Join a team that's transforming materials science and chemistry through AI and accelerated computing. As a key technical advisor, you'll enhance workflows and drive innovations that shape next-generat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by owning and innovating our CI/CD and automation stack, enhancing developer efficiency and delivering quality at speed through advanced scalable testing and effective collaboration i...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $149K *

Pioneer innovative supplier quality processes to drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with rigorous validation standards in manufacturing, utilizing data analysis and strong collaboratio...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $149K *

Transform supplier quality processes through expert validation strategies and continuous improvement initiatives in a collaborative environment to ensure compliance with industry standards and enhance...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $282K *

Optimize cross-program engineering processes to enhance collaboration and reduce integration risk. Support enterprise-scale initiatives within the Intelligence Community, ensuring reliability and sust...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $175K *

Lead the charge in designing and coordinating process utility systems for pharmaceutical operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and collaborating across disciplines to deliver impactf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.