Senior Optical Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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$187K - $212K *

Develop and optimize optical manufacturing processes to ensure scalability and production readiness. Serve as technical liaison between R&D and operations, guiding design integration and leading techn...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Transform software development with a focus on embedded systems, driving innovation through feature design, bug resolution, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Mentor engineers and enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$159K - $271K *

Transform complex inspection systems by leveraging multidisciplinary expertise to define, design, and validate optical imaging solutions, ensuring optimal tool performance across internal and external...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading product strategies for high-volume optical transceivers. Collaborate with global cross-functional teams to drive product growth and optimize lifecycle management in a dynam...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $175K *

Take ownership of mechanical design for innovative optical payloads in space, collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring concepts to flight-ready hardware while ensuring performance in extreme...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock innovation in illumination optics by designing advanced lighting systems that drive product development across diverse applications. Collaborate with engineers to create effective optical solut...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading AI/ML and automation initiatives that boost yield and efficiency. Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and deploy advanced analytics solutions across...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $129K *

Empower innovation by spearheading the design, integration, and testing of advanced electro-optical systems. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-energy laser solutions with an em...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer advanced optical measurement solutions, leading metrology strategy and validation within high-performance industries. Collaborate across teams to ensure precision, drive innovation, and enhanc...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Develop and lead test strategies for cutting-edge optical transceivers, focusing on device characterization, compliance with industry standards, and close collaboration with engineering teams to enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes, ensure quality compliance, and optimize project cost efficiency. Drive continuous improvements in throughput and training wi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $153K *

Drive innovative design and optimization of Optical-Mechanical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and exceed industry standards, while ensuring manufactura...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $93K *

Advance your career by operating CNC machinery to produce high-precision components. Collaborate with engineering teams, develop prototypes, and apply your skills to enhance production quality and eff...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $155K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovation by developing next-gen driving technologies for advanced electrophoretic products, enhancing performance and reliability through cutting-edge algorith...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by joining a team that supports SIGINT access, collection, and exploitation. Take part in critical operations and leverage your expertise in equipment handling and troubleshooting...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by joining our innovative team focused on cutting-edge defense technologies. Collaborate with top engineers to develop advanced systems, pushing the boundaries of engineering for h...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $161K *

Lead systems engineering efforts for complex aerospace systems, ensuring effective design, integration, and validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet requirements and optimize system...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Advance the industrialization of automotive Solid State Lighting products, leading the integration of robust manufacturing processes, coordinating project timelines, and ensuring readiness across cros...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your engineering career by designing and supporting advanced embedded hardware for electro-optical systems. Lead full project lifecycles from concept to completion while collaborating effectiv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion crystal growth processes and lead development projects focused on oxide and garnet materials. Drive improvements in quality, yield, and safety while providing technical leadership and collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $102K *

Drive advanced optical test strategies to verify and characterize revolutionary products, collaborating with teams to ensure quality and efficiency. Utilize cutting-edge data analysis and AI integrati...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$71K - $102K *

Join a dynamic team to design cutting-edge optical test strategies, ensuring revolutionary products transition effectively to production while collaborating across functions to optimize performance an...

Nepean, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $200K *

The Optomechanical Engineer at Scout Space will lead the design and development of hardware systems for on-orbit perception and autonomy capabilities. This role involves creating detailed mechanical d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $131K *

Advance product development by collaborating with cross-functional teams to create innovative components from concept to manufacturing, ensuring quality and feasibility throughout the process while le...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in materials design and simulation, enhancing product development and commercialization through computational methodologies and cross-functional collaboration to meet market demands...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.