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...Principal Optical Engineer Boston, MA USA The Hardware Engineering Group at QuEra Computing is seeking strong candidates for a Principal Optical Engineer to serve as a senior individual contributor to the company's mission of building state-of-the-art, manufacturable...SuggestedWork experience placementLocal area$132.96k - $226.04k
...your experience builds. We are looking for an expert optical designer with long-term experience in the field of optical design... ...designs that have been implemented and deployed. The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises...SuggestedFull timeWork at officeLocal areaRemote workRelocation package$118.3k - $224.9k
...the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead... ...aerospace and defense. Raytheon in El Segundo, CA seeks an Optical Engineer willing to apply their interest, training, and knowledge...SuggestedTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours$102.42k - $146.31k
...Principal Engineer Sr. - Optical Engineer Job Category: Engineering Other Requisition Number: PRINC006913 Location: University Park, IL 60484, USA Description Position Objective Develops effective and innovative optical solutions to highly complex...SuggestedWorldwide$170k - $215k
...Principal Optical Engineer Location: On-site (Santa Monica, CA) Compensation: $170,000 - $215,000 base + competitive equity Type: Full-time About the Role A cutting-edge technology startup in the augmented reality (AR) space is seeking a highly experienced...SuggestedFull time$132.96k - $226.04k
...Job Description Minimum $10,000 Sign On Bonus being offered for external hires. As an optical engineer at BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems (SMS), you will play a key role in advancing our technology and developing innovative optical systems for airborne and...SuggestedFull timeWork at officeLocal areaRemote workRelocation package$119.25k - $181.85k
...response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration... ...specifically responsible for providing novel optical designs based on scientific requirements... ...We are seeking to hire an established principal engineer who would strengthen NNSS leadership...SuggestedFull timeWork at officeRelocation packageMonday to Thursday- ...Introduce and help develop efficient and improved methods for optical system assembly and inspection as needed. Involved directly... ..., electrical, mechanical, software and system integration engineering functions. Ensure meeting project schedule and timelines...SuggestedPermanent employmentWork at officeRemote workWorldwideFlexible hours
$132.96k - $226.04k
...June 2026 Countermeasure & Electromagnetic Attack Solutions Engineering Hiring Event. While we encourage all interested professionals... ...BAE Systems is currently looking for a talented Senior Principal Optical Engineer to join our EO/IR Capability Group . This group...SuggestedFull timeLocal area3 days per week$118.3k - $224.9k
...the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead... ...aerospace and defense. Raytheon in El Segundo, CA seeks an Optical Engineer willing to apply their interest, training, and knowledge...SuggestedTemporary workWork experience placementWork at officeRemote workRelocation packageFlexible hours$119.25k - $181.85k
...response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration... ...specifically responsible for providing novel optical designs based on scientific requirements... ...We are seeking to hire an established principal engineer who would strengthen NNSS leadership...SuggestedFull timeWork at officeRelocation packageMonday to Thursday$175k - $195k
...development and fabrication of cutting-edge, high precision optics, opto-mechanical assemblies, fiber optic module assemblies,... ...Irvine is seeking individuals like you to join our team as Principal Optical Engineer. In this position, you will provide technical...SuggestedPermanent employmentWork at officeVisa sponsorshipWork visaRelocation package- ...Optical Engineer Raytheon in El Segundo, CA seeks an Optical Engineer willing to apply their interest, training, and knowledge to optical design, analysis, assembly, integration, and test. Our Space Optics Department develops optical imaging telescopes, spectrometers...SuggestedRelocation packageFlexible hours
- ...Principal Optical Engineer Job Locations 5 hours ago(5/19/2026 3:06 PM) Job ID 2026-12126 Posted Date Engineering Job Location US-VA-Lorton Company Overview We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation...SuggestedNight shift
$142.8k - $274.8k
...Microsoft Silicon, Cloud Hardware, and Infrastructure Engineering (SCHIE) is the team behind Microsoft's expanding Cloud Infrastructure... ...the Cloud infrastructure. We are looking for a Principal Optical Engineer to join the System Design team. #SCHIE #azurehwjobs...SuggestedOngoing contractWork at officeLocal areaWorldwide- ...Job Description You will be part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team working on optical transceiver hardware/electrical from conception to manufacturing. Lead the transceiver link simulation. Work closely with firmware engineer, optical engineer, mechanical and...Permanent employmentWork at office
- ...light and heat. With over 500 employees in the U.S., Attalon engineers critical optical, laser, and coating technologies that enable systems to... ...Directed Energy & Advanced Lasers Segment, is seeking a Senior Principal Laser Engineer to support the development of High Energy...For subcontractor
$130k - $170k
...Francisco Employment Type Full time Location Type On-site Department Engineering Compensation $130K – $170K • Offers Equity Who We Are:... ...systems that put energy on target. You’ll work across the full optical chain (pump diodes, fiber combiners, gain fibers, beam delivery...Permanent employmentFull timeWork at officeMonday to FridayFlexible hoursNight shiftWeekend work$118.3k - $224.9k
Optical Engineer - Raytheon - El Segundo, CA Raytheon in ElSegundo, CA seeks an Optical Engineer to design, assemble, integrate, and test optical imaging telescopes, spectrometers, sensors, and special test equipment. The optical design, analysis, and align‑test work is...Flexible hours$158.6k - $237.6k
...solutions. Also contribute to the development of other external optical components and fiber sub-assemblies used in Celestial products... ...For Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related fields and 10-15 years of related professional...Permanent employmentInternshipWork from homeShift work- NewsNowGh is seeking a Principal Optical Engineer to design, develop, and deploy innovative optical systems. This role emphasizes collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and hands-on engagement with advanced technologies. You will be responsible for the full product...RelocationVisa sponsorship
- Advanced Technology Search is looking for a Principal Engineer; Technical Applications to work in San Francisco. This full-time position involves interfacing with Hyperscaler customers, designing Optical Transceivers, and driving designs into manufacturing. The ideal candidate...Full time
$185k - $225k
...on a mission to connect the world through light. Our Wireless Optical Communication (WOC) technology uses beams of light to deliver high... ...to billions. We’re a small, world-class team of scientists and engineers passionate about solving hard, high-impact problems. Join us as...Full timeContract workRemote work$170k - $215k
...accessing realistic, scalable training in dynamic outdoor environments. The Role Red 6 is seeking a highly skilled and creative Principal Optical Engineer to lead the Optics Department in developing innovative optical systems for augmented reality (AR) headsets and future...Full timeTemporary workFlexible hours$220k - $290k
...About Us: nEye.ai, a well-funded optical switch startup, is poised to revolutionize the future of data centers. nEye... ...efficiency, and scalability. Job Overview nEye is seeking a Principal Silicon Photonics Layout Engineer to actively lead the company’s design and tapeout of...- You will be part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team working on optical transceiver hardware/electrical from conception to manufacturing. Lead the transceiver link simulation. Work closely with firmware engineer, optical engineer, mechanical and process engineer to...Permanent employmentWork at office
$160k - $240k
...Overview Join our fast-paced and passionate team as a Senior Principal Photonics Systems Engineer. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our... ..., and experimental validation. Collaborate closely with optical, electronic, firmware, and mechanical engineers. Provide...Full timeLocal areaFlexible hours$165.6k - $281.8k
...Communities. Elevate Connectivity. Lead the Future of Optical Access. At Calix, we're building the next generation... ...world-class broadband experiences. We are seeking a Principal Optical Communications Engineer to provide technical leadership in the design, validation...Remote work$115k - $180k
...A Day in Your Life at MKS: As a Principal Manufacturing Engineer in MKS Irvine Development Group, you will partner with Operations and the wider... ...manufacturing and metrology methods for fabricating cutting-edge optics. In this role, you will report to the Senior Manager of...Permanent employmentVisa sponsorshipWork visaRelocation package- ...to develop leading-edge test solutions for high-speed, electro-optic Silicon Photonics (SiPh) integrated circuit designs in the growing... ...candidate will be a member of an established world-class test engineering team, driven by collaborative innovation, analytical thinking...Local area
