Optical Engineer Jobs

Discover high-paying Optical Engineer jobs on Ladders. If you're an expert in developing optical systems and components, this is the category for you.

What is an Optical Engineer?

Optical Engineers are professionals who apply the principles of optics to design, create, and improve optical systems and devices. Their work can include research and development in areas such as optical sensors, lasers, and imaging systems.

What are the skills required for an Optical Engineer?

The skills required for Optical Engineers include optical system design, problem-solving, research and development expertise, knowledge of optical software, and a deep understanding of physical sciences and mathematics.

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$112K - $155K *

Design innovative optical systems by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Transform customer needs into technical specifications, and oversee the lifecycle from concept through production to de...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $115K *

Advance the future of ophthalmological surgery by designing automated robotic platforms, ensuring precision assembly, testing, and calibration of high-tech optical systems while collaborating across e...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Design and optimize advanced optical subsystems for integrated hardware platforms. Define specifications, ensure real-world performance, and manage complex system integrations focused on stability, ma...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Innovate optical subsystems through design, assembly, and analysis, collaborating with engineers to enhance performance in laser distribution and imaging systems, while leading hands-on precision alig...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optical engineering by automating test validation for new optical transceivers. Drive NPI execution and collaborate with vendors to ensure quality and performance through production...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $172K *

Reimagine the future of semiconductor manufacturing by designing and optimizing advanced optical metrology solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance measurement accuracy and drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $155K *

Join our innovative team of engineers to design and analyze complex optical systems, transforming customer requirements into precise specifications and ensuring seamless transition from concept develo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $190K *

Lead the charge in designing, building, and testing cutting-edge optical systems for space applications, overseeing the entire process from hardware development to integration, while collaborating wit...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Pioneer the future of optical design by optimizing models, enhancing manufacturability, and mentoring engineers to achieve cutting-edge technology solutions while navigating complex project requiremen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Advance your career by owning the optical subsystem design and integration for high-power directed energy systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions in a fast-p...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $152K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize innovative optical systems for space communication, leveraging cross-discipline collaboration and advanced optical design software for groundbreaking develop...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $205K *

The Applied Physicist SMTS at Draper is responsible for designing and developing multi-physics sensor technologies and systems, particularly in optics and RF. This role involves collaborating with har...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $250K *

Lead the charge in designing and testing cutting-edge optical systems for space, ensuring seamless data transmission through advanced transceivers and free-space optical assemblies. Collaborate with c...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Engineer automated systems for optical alignment, calibration, and testing. Collaborate across domains to enhance manufacturing scalability and accuracy, driving yield improvement in imaging and optic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Engage with a dynamic team to shape cutting-edge opto-mechanical designs. Drive innovation from concept to delivery, integrating multiple engineering disciplines for high-impact products in quantum re...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $220K *

Shape the future of directed energy systems as you lead the design and integration of advanced electro-optical technologies. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop solutions that meet cri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Join as a senior technical authority for optical systems manufacturing. Lead process optimization, new product introduction, and quality improvements while collaborating across functions to enhance ca...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $275K *

Accelerate progress at optical hardware development by designing and testing state-of-the-art transceivers. Collaborate across teams to establish specifications, drive automation, and ensure product p...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $250K *

Join a pioneering team to design and test cutting-edge optical systems for space applications. Manage the entire optical hardware lifecycle, from robust transceiver optics to free-space assembly, ensu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of developing precision optical systems for spacecraft. This role focuses on the mechanical design of complex opto-mechanical assemblies, turning innovative concept...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Design advanced optical systems and perform critical analysis to ensure optimal performance. Lead collaboration with manufacturing for quality control and continuous improvement while developing tooli...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $225K *

Drive optical R&D initiatives by managing a talented team focused on cutting-edge technologies for quantum systems. Oversee project development from concept to production while fostering innovation an...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $180K *

Engineer opto-mechanical systems for spacecraft, focusing on structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis for reliability in extreme environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optima...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing, bridging empirical data and predictive models to develop cutting-edge optical systems. Drive innovation through experimentatio...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Elevate the quality assurance of optical components in fast-paced consumer electronics, collaborating with engineering and suppliers to enhance processes and drive improvements throughout the product...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Optical Engineer do?question toggle

    Optical Engineers utilize the principles of optics to research, develop, and improve optical systems and equipment. This can encompass a wide range of applications, from medical devices and telecommunications equipment to aerospace systems and more.

  • What qualifications do you need to be an Optical Engineer?question toggle

    Most Optical Engineer roles require at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as physics or electrical engineering. However, many high-paying Optical Engineer jobs may require a master's degree or Ph.D., along with professional experience in the field.

  • What is the salary range for Optical Engineers?question toggle

    Salary can vary greatly depending upon factors like geographic location, size of the company, and level of experience. However, at Ladders, we host Optical Engineer jobs that offer salaries of $100000 or more.