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  • $86.8k - $165.2k

     ...strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead...  ...create a safer, more secure world. We are looking for a Senior Optical Design Engineer who is willing to collaborate, innovate, and... 
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    Raytheon

    Tucson, AZ
    5 days ago
  •  ...We are partnering with a leading aerospace engineering organisation delivering advanced optical systems for spaceborne, airborne, and ground-based applications...  ..., and flight readiness. They are now seeking a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer with a strong optical foundation... 
    Senior

    EVONA

    San Diego, CA
    13 hours ago
  •  ...the following position. Our client designs and builds custom optical test equipment, metrology systems, and precision...  ...industries. About the Role They are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer who can take broad technical responsibility for complex optical... 
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    Leonard Workforce Solutions

    Tucson, AZ
    1 day ago
  • An aerospace company in California is seeking a Senior Principal Engineer to lead the development of avionics systems for the TeraWave constellation. This role requires over 15 years of experience in optical communications and knowledge in PCBA design and electro-optomechanical... 
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    Blue Origin LLC

    Los Angeles, CA
    1 day ago
  •  ...Senior Optical Engineer Boston, MA (Full Time On-Site) A leading quantum computing organisation is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to play a key role in the development of advanced, scalable quantum hardware systems. This position sits within a high-impact hardware... 
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    Full time

    CT19

    Boston, MA
    4 days ago
  • $130k - $180k

    A leading aerospace company in Hawthorne, California, is seeking a talented SR. Optical Engineer for their Starshield program. This role involves the advancement of optical communication systems, focusing on design, validation, and operation. Candidates should possess... 
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    SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

    Hawthorne, CA
    1 day ago
  • $125k - $175k

    A leading technology company in San Diego is looking for a Senior Optical Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this hands-on role, the ideal candidate will have a solid background in optical engineering, at least 5 years of experience, and the ability to mentor junior... 
    Senior

    Monarch Quantum, Inc.

    San Diego, CA
    2 days ago
  • A leading space communications company in Broomfield, Colorado seeks a Senior Optical Engineer to design and optimize advanced optical communication systems for spacecraft. Ideal candidates have 5-8 years of experience, solid optical engineering fundamentals, and proficiency... 
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    Relocation package

    Darwin Recruitment

    Denver, CO
    3 days ago
  • A leading materials engineering company in Santa Clara, CA is seeking an Application Engineer V to develop optical film metrology applications supporting semiconductor processes. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in engineering or science, with at least 5... 
    Senior

    Applied Materials, Inc.

    Santa Clara, CA
    1 day ago
  • A defense technology firm located in San Diego, California, is seeking an experienced optical systems engineer to support the Emerging Space Systems Division. Responsibilities include developing optical payload systems, contributing to government proposals, and conducting... 
    Senior

    Leidos

    San Diego, CA
    1 day ago
  • An exciting national security space company in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Optical Systems Engineer to join their growing Optical Engineering team. This role involves defining and validating optical payload performance, focusing on electro-optical and infrared systems... 
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    Darwin Recruitment

    Los Angeles, CA
    13 hours ago
  • $123.2k - $219.6k

    A leading research university located in Freeport is seeking an experienced Optical Systems Engineer to join its Electro-Optics and Electronics Division. You will design and analyze optical systems, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to vital research... 
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    Full time

    The Pennsylvania State University

    Freeport, PA
    13 hours ago
  • A certified small business in the optical engineering field is seeking an Optical Engineer to design and optimize optical systems for next-generation Augmented Reality (AR) devices. The ideal candidate will have an MS or PhD in Optical Engineering and 3+ years of relevant... 
    Senior

    Coda Octopus Colmek, Inc.

    Salt Lake City, UT
    4 days ago
  • A leading aerospace and defense firm is seeking an Optical Systems Engineer in California to oversee optical systems for remote sensing and space-to-space missions. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in optical engineering and excel in modeling... 
    Senior
    Remote work

    The Boeing Company

    El Segundo, CA
    1 day ago
  • A leading optics company in New York is seeking a Sr Optical Engineer to design multi-element lenses and assemblies. In this role, you will collaborate with teams and develop test plans while enjoying a dynamic work environment that emphasizes innovation. The ideal candidate... 
    Senior

    Rudzinsky Associates

    New York, NY
    2 days ago
  • A technology firm specializing in optical systems is seeking a Camera and Optical Engineer to enhance their imaging capabilities. This role involves system design, collaboration across teams, and innovation in imaging technology. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience... 
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    Full time

    Stalker Radar

    Richardson, TX
    4 days ago
  • A technology firm is looking for a System Engineer specializing in Coherent Optical DSP/Transceivers. This role involves the design, development, and validation of optical transceiver technologies for telecom networks. The ideal candidate will have either a Master's degree... 
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    Ofcconference

    Mission Viejo, CA
    1 day ago
  • $123.2k - $219.6k

    A leading research institution is seeking an experienced Optical Systems Engineer to support the development of electro-optical systems in Freeport, PA. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science and substantial experience in optical design... 
    Senior

    Applied Research Laboratory at the Penn State University

    Freeport, PA
    13 hours ago
  • $123.2k - $219.6k

    A leading research facility is seeking an experienced Optical Systems Engineer to join their team in Freeport, PA. The role involves designing and analyzing novel optical systems while collaborating with scientists and engineers. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor... 
    Senior
    Full time

    The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University

    Freeport, PA
    13 hours ago
  • $125k - $175k

    A leading technology innovator in California is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to help build a dynamic engineering foundation. This hands-on position emphasizes mentoring and technical skills in optical design. Responsibilities include executing complex tasks, mentoring... 
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    Monarch Quantum

    San Diego, CA
    1 day ago
  • Applied Physics is seeking a highly motivated Senior Electro-Optical Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the development, design, and testing of optical systems for space-based applications. The ideal candidate will have a... 
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    Flexible hours

    Applied Physics

    New York, NY
    4 days ago
  • $190k - $240k

    Senior Optical Systems Engineer Location: Los Angeles, California, Onsite Compensation: Typically 190,000 to 240,000 USD for strong candidates U.S. Citizenship Required Relocation support available Darwin Space are partnered with an exciting national security space company... 
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    Remote work
    Relocation package

    Darwin Recruitment

    Los Angeles, CA
    13 hours ago
  • $140k - $180k

    We are seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to join our Optical NPI team to support the development and scaling of next-generation optical switch products from New Product Introduction (NPI) through high-volume manufacturing. This role focuses on the optical subsystem architecture... 
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    Local area

    Foxconn Industrial Internet

    San Jose, CA
    4 days ago
  • A leading aerospace company in Redmond is seeking a motivated SR. HIGH-SPEED ELECTRO-OPTICAL IC ENGINEER to join their innovative team. This role involves designing cutting-edge electro-optical chips that will enhance connectivity for Starlink, the world's most advanced... 
    Senior

    SpaceX

    Redmond, WA
    13 hours ago
  • $136.76k - $160k

    Senior Optical Engineer Location: Onsite in Broomfield, Colorado Compensation: 136,764 to 160,000 USD base salary, plus bonus, equity and full benefits US Person Required Darwin Space are partnered with an exciting space communications company who are building advanced... 
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    Darwin Recruitment

    Denver, CO
    3 days ago
  • Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Senior Optical Systems Engineer (SiPh Test Solutions, North Reading, MA) Date: Sep 22, 2025 Location: North Reading, MA, US We are the global test and automation specialists, powering... 
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    Teradyne

    North Reading, MA
    4 days ago
  • $90k - $115k

     ...nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). Summary The Directed Energy Laser Development group has an opening for a Senior Optical Engineer to support the development of high-power fiber amplifiers. This position will take products from concept phase through... 
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    SupportFinity™

    Portland, OR
    4 days ago
  • Job Title: Senior Optical Engineer for Space Domain Awareness Projects Location: Las Vegas, NV EO Solutions Corp, a rapidly growing aerospace and defense contractor, is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, with key operational offices in Maui, Hawaii, and Huntsville, Alabama... 
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    Page Mechanical Group, Inc.

    Las Vegas, NV
    4 days ago
  • A leading technology firm in Bloomfield, Connecticut seeks a Laser Engineer to support the design and development of high-power fiber amplifier products. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. or M.S. with significant R&D experience, particularly in laser physics and... 
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    Attalon, Inc.

    Bloomfield, CT
    1 day ago
  • An aerospace technology firm in Hawthorne, CA, is seeking a Sr. Space Lasers Engineer for the User Products team. This role involves developing and integrating cutting-edge laser communication systems designed for space applications. The ideal candidate should have a background... 
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    SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP

    Hawthorne, CA
    2 days ago