Optical Engineer Jobs in the United States
Artech LLC
$30 - $35 HOUR
Reston, VA
Optical Testing and Troubleshooting: Complete all activities associated with physically placing equipment identified in project specification documents including but not limited to, routing, lacing, labeling, terminating and local / remote testing and turn up of ethernet, switchboard, fiber, and power cables. The ideal candidate will have experience in racking, cabling, and stacking equipment, decommissioning, break-fix, remote hands services, hardware replacement, and network transport optical troubleshooting.
DCS Corporation
Washington, DC
DCS is seeking a junior engineer to support the test and evaluation of electro-optical sensors in a laboratory environment. Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship and the ability to get an interim secret clearance is required.
Kforce Inc.
$170000 - $180000 annually
McLean, VA
Experience in technical engineering leadership roles, including leading technically varied teams for successful deliveries on complex engineering programs to support products, services, and operations. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs.
OSI Engineering
Monte Vista, CA
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Process Engineering to deliver state-of-the-art sensing solutions. The team is seeking someone who has strong Python skills, a self-driven go-getter, with strong experience in optical instruments, data analysis and data visualization is required.
TalentBurst, Inc.
$75 - $80 HOUR
Cupertino, CA
Experience with Python coding, or other coding languages for lab equipment control, data collection, and data analysis; Hands-on experience with optical lab equipment (light sources, spectrometers, detectors, oscilloscopes, free space optics on optical bench, etc.); Excellent written and verbal communication skills; solid teamwork. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Process Engineering to deliver state-of-the-art sensing solutions.
Nevada System of Higher Education
Las Vegas, NV
To apply, visit https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NSHE-external/job/System-Computing-Services---North/Principal-Network-Engineer_R0150081?workerSubType=dddb2e55fbdf014cc806bd19c034ed08. Successful performance of the work requires thorough knowledge of data and video communication network design and maintenance in a large-scale networking environment and must exercise sound judgment within established guidelines.
TalentBurst, Inc.
$85000 - $100000 YEAR
Riverdale IA, IA
Identify new opportunities for automated inspection systems to add business value Ensure installed automation inspection systems are functioning optimally to deliver intended business results Incorporate SMART Manufacturing principles and tools into automated inspection systems to improve processes, data collection/analysis, and drive quick results in recovery improvements. The Automated Inspections Engineer will: Provide engineering support for Surface Quality Monitoring (SQM) Systems, Marker systems, and other critical automated inspection devices within Davenport and Satellites.
Davron LLC
$80000 YEAR
Lawrenceville, GA
TRAVELING FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER | AUTOMATION ENGINEER | PLC TECHNICIAN | SIEMENS | ALLEN BRADLEY | INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION | OPTICAL FIBER PRODUCTION | ELECTRICAL TROUBLESHOOTING | MACHINE COMMISSIONING | INDUSTRIAL EXTRUSION | CONTROL SYSTEMS | TRAVEL ENGINEER. Strong experience with Siemens (TIA Portal, S7, Protool, WinCC), Allen Bradley (ControlLogix, SLC 500, PLC 5, Studio 5000), and other platforms such as Omron and Yaskawa.
Jobot
$100000 - $135000 YEAR
Charlotte, NC
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Jobot
$65000 - $80000 YEAR
Glasgow, KY
JOB PURPOSE: Receives and inspects materials and products, such as incoming materials, automotive parts, gaskets, seals, stamp parts, springs and/or components, for conformance to specifications by performing the following duties. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Jobot
$75000 - $95000 YEAR
Riverdale, IA
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DISCO HI TEC AMERICA, Inc
Morrisville, NC
Send resume w/this ad to Job Code 25-CENC, HR Department, DISCO HI TEC AMERICA, Inc., 5921 Optical Court, San Jose, CA 95138. Job location Morrisville, NC.
ZEISS Group
$31 - $39 undefined
Backus, MN
The Field Support Engineer II, with limited supervision, installs, repairs, upgrades and performs preventative maintenance on specified Carl Zeiss Meditec instrumentation in a designated field service territory. Diagnose and repair all designated products within an assigned service territory, including preventative maintenance, installations and upgrades per specific training, manuals and Carl Zeiss Meditec guidelines.
Epitec, Inc
$46 HOUR
Dearborn, MI
ElectricalEngineer #ProductEngineer #DisplayTechnology #AutomotiveJobs #EngineeringCareers #HybridJobs #DearbornJobs #ElectronicsEngineer #TechJobs #ManufacturingEngineering #InnovationInTech #EngineeringOpportunities. We are seeking an experienced Core Display Engineer to lead development, launch, and quality for interior display systems.
PEAK Technical Staffing
Fountain Valley, CA
Location: Discover an exciting career opportunity in Fountain Valley, CA, a vibrant community known for its excellent quality of life, strong community values, and proximity to Southern California's beautiful beaches and cultural attractions. Develops test procedures utilizing previous data, if available, to validate product subassembly designs and determines if product design meets functional performance specifications.
Bucher & Christian Consulting, Inc. dba BCforward (BCF)
Redmond, WA
About BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Key responsibilities: * Collaborate closely with technical leadership team, technical program managers and other research scientists and engineers to devise and execute on design validation of novel optical devices towards program priorities.
PEAK Technical Staffing
Carlsbad, CA
You will design, document, implement, prototype, and test cutting-edge high-speed digital circuit boards for encrypted communications systems, including spaceborne and ground-based encryptors and embedded cryptographic devices. Designing, prototyping, and testing high-speed (up to 10GbE) digital circuit boards, including microprocessor, FPGA, memory, networking, optical, and power supply components.
Gentex Corporation
Simpson, PA
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in manufacturing processes (e.g., composites, plastics, injection molding) as well as automation technologies (e.g., PLCs, robotics), with a strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver results in dynamic, fast-paced environments. This role combines leadership in process engineering, manufacturing engineering and industrial automation, focused on driving continuous improvement, new product introduction (NPI), cost reduction, and enhanced operational efficiency across a high-mix, high-volume manufacturing environment.
Ingersoll Rand
$67600 - $140200 YEAR
Wallingford, CT
Controlled Fluidics, LLC, a subsidiary of Ingersoll-Rand, Inc., is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Engineer to join our CNC machining team specializing in high-performance precision machined plastic components, single and multilayer fluidic manifolds for the life sciences, environmental, aerospace/defense and other high tech markets. Support and perform in-process, final, and first article inspections on precision-machined plastic parts, ensuring they meet tight tolerances and functional specifications using precision measurement equipment including CMMs, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, surface testers, vision systems and optical comparators.
Kforce Inc.
$160000 - $220000 annually
Irvine, CA
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 8-12+ years of relevant experience, or Master's/PhD with 5-8+ years in high-performance RF/Analog Receiver, TIA, Driver, or RFIC design. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs.
AIC Global Staffing Inc.
$70000 - $85000 YEAR
Happy Valley, OR
Day to day tasks will involve new build deployment activities and/or responding to maintenance calls within SLA, Fusion Splicing, New Installations, fault finding and hardware replacement with TAC assistance. Experienced in the installation and commissioning of Ciena, Nokia, Juniper, Cisco, Infinera and Huawei equipment, plus an in-depth knowledge of networking, optical transmission systems and IP.
Leidos
$97000 - $116400 YEAR
San Diego, CA
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Bucher & Christian Consulting, Inc. dba BCforward (BCF)
Redmond, WA
Masters degree or equivalent experience in the field of Optics, Optical Sciences, Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Sciences or a similar field, or equivalent work experience. About BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owne
Adex Corporation
$42 HOUR
San Francisco, CA
Prerequisites required training/certifications: Supplier is responsible for ensuring that Personnel have the necessary qualifications and certifications required to perform the Work described herein prior to beginning Work, including abiding by PPE requirements, CPR/First Aid, ergonomics, and any refresher training required to maintain such certifications, such as OSHA 10 and OSHA 30. Optical Testing and Troubleshooting: Complete all activities associated with physically placing equipment identified in project specification documents including but not limited to, routing, lacing, labeling, terminating and local / remote testing and turn up of ethernet, switchboard, fiber, and power cables.
DISCO HI TEC AMERICA, Inc.
Chandler, AZ
Send resume w/this ad to Job Code 277-SE, HR Department, DISCO HI TEC AMERICA, Inc., 5921 Optical Court, San Jose, CA 95138. Domestic travel 10% of the time to San Francisco, San Diego, Dallas, and Austin.
ASD Global
redondo beach, CA
RTEMS, Embedded Linux, VxWorks, Green Hills, FreeRTOS, etc.)• Strong background in integrating and troubleshooting embedded software in lab environment• Demonstrated domain knowledge and experience working with satellite bus software• Proficiency with Python• Prior or current corporate experience in a full time role that requires cross-collaboration with engineering teamsPreferred Qualifications for Software Engineer:• Experience with RTEMS (Real-Time Executive for Multiprocessor Systems) Operating System• Experience writing driver level software for serial or networking applications (UART, TCP, UDP, CAN)• Experience working in Agile software development using Atlassian Tool Suite (Bitbucket, GitLab, Jira, Confluence) and Git version control• Experience with Shell scripting and TCL scripting language• Experience developing or interfacing with Optical, RF, or IR payloads• Candidate is able and willing to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret/SCI clearance Basic Qualifications for Software Engineer:• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related STEM degree with 5+ years of software development experience OR Master’s Degree with 3+ years of software development experience.• Strong proficiency in embedded C/C++ development with emphasis in object oriented and thread safe programming• Experience developing embedded software in real-time OS environment (e.g.
TalentBurst, Inc.
$50 HOUR
Miami, FL
Essential Behaviors and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: - Responsible for hands on maintenance, repair, calibration, and validation of new and existing test equipment - Responds to production line test equipment issues affecting output, yield, or end product quality - Identifies and provides enhancements to test equipment to support existing or new manufacturing operations - Under minimum supervision, will initiate or implement changes to existing test equipment to support improvements in cost, methods, quality, or to address material support/obsolescence issues. Additional Job Details: In this role, you will perform the following: • Construct test equipment • Interpret electrical and mechanical schematics • Reverse engineer mechanical fixturing • Service existing test equipment • Provide inputs for ongoing improvements for test equipment • Perform test equipment certification #TB_PH
OSI Engineering
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Description: The Hardware Reliability Engineering team is looking for an engineer, who can execute reliability test on Main Logic Boards, identify issues with Hardware module integration through FMEA, system reliability testing, failure analysis and finally quantify the reliability of a design. 3+ years of experience performing reliability testing including Mechanical Stress Tests, Shock/ Drop/Vibration Testing & Environmental Tests.
OSI Engineering
$60 - $70 HOUR
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The Hardware Reliability Engineering team is looking for an engineer who can execute reliability tests on Main Logic Boards, identify issues with hardware module integration through FMEA, perform system reliability testing and failure analysis, and quantify the reliability of a design. • Experience performing reliability testing including Mechanical Stress Tests, Shock/Drop/Vibration Testing, and Environmental Tests.
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158.
Belcan Corp
Redmond, WA
You"ll be the leading technical voice for a team of manufacturing engineers working on the product, solving challenging technical problems associated with delivering an ultra-high-performing optical, electrical, and mechatronic module to space. As the Manufacturing Engineer for a Line Replaceable unit at Project Kuiper, you will be directly responsible for failure root cause and analysis, production process development and improvement of a key module on our next generation spacecraft.
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs.
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158.
OSI Engineering
$45 - $55 YEAR
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Description: The Hardware Reliability Engineering team is looking for an engineer, who can execute reliability test on Main Logic Boards, identify issues with Hardware module integration through FMEA, system reliability testing, failure analysis and finally quantify the reliability of a design. 2-6 years of experience performing reliability testing including Mechanical Stress Tests, Shock/ Drop/Vibration Testing & Environmental Tests.
Arcfield
Louisville, Colorado
There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA with 16 global offices, Arcfield employs more than 1,500 engineers, analysts, IT specialists, and other professionals with more than 60 years of collective proven experience supporting missions in cyber and space defense, space exploration, hypersonic and nuclear deterrence and warfighter readiness.
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158.
nLight Inc
$90000 - $160000 YEAR
Longmont, CO
If you want a career progression opportunity from learning disciplined bench procedures, advancing to working as an integrated product team lead and ultimately a technical program manager and delivering complete EO systems to customers, then we are the right place for you. Exhibit strong troubleshooting skills to solve complex and constrained opto-mechanical alignment problems (particularly for ruggedized systems) and familiarity with implementation of electro-optical systems.
EO Solutions Corp
Las Vegas, NV
This role involves engaging in cutting-edge research and development to enhance our capabilities in monitoring, understanding, and characterizing space objects and phenomena. We are seeking a talented and innovative Senior Optical Engineer to contribute to our diverse range of projects in the space domain awareness (SDA) field.
Monarch Quantum
$100000 - $150000 annual
San Diego, CA
Proven ability to successfully complete engineering tasks involving design software (preferably Ansys Zemax OpticStudio, Photon Engineering FRED, and/or Lambda Research OSLO), quantitative analysis/programming tools (such as Python), instrumentation and measurement, part fabrication or procurement, integration and testing, data collection, and documentation. Knowledge of fiber optics as applied to high-power continuous wave (CW) laser systems, including multi-mode, single-mode, polarization-maintaining, step index, photonic crystal, and endcap variants.
Monarch Quantum
$100000 - $150000 annual
San Diego, CA
Proven track record in successfully completing engineering tasks, utilizing design software (such as Ansys Zemax OpticStudio, Photon Engineering FRED, or Lambda Research OSLO preferred), alongside quantitative analysis and programming tools (like Python), instrumentation and measurement, part fabrication or procurement, integration and testing, data collection, and documentation. Knowledge of fiber optics relevant to high-power continuous wave laser systems, including multi-mode, single-mode, polarization-maintaining, step index, photonic crystal fibers, and endcaps.
Monarch Quantum
San Diego, CA
Documented success in carrying out engineering tasks, including proficiency in design software (such as Ansys Zemax OpticStudio, Photon Engineering FRED, and/or Lambda Research OSLO preferred) along with quantitative analysis/programming tools (e.g., Python), instrumentation and measurement, part fabrication or procurement, integration and testing, data collection, and documentation. Proficient in quantitatively defining optical components, including material properties, surface prescriptions, surface irregularities, roughness, mechanical limitations, coatings, power handling capabilities, environmental handling, and testing and inspection methodologies.
Monarch Quantum
$165000 - $225000 annual
San Diego, CA
Proven ability to effectively execute engineering projects using design software (Ansys Zemax OpticStudio, Photon Engineering FRED, and/or Lambda Research OSLO preferred) and quantitative analysis/programming tools (such as Python), as well as with instrumentation and measurement, part fabrication or procurement, integration and testing, data gathering, and documentation. Comprehensive knowledge of fiber optics for high-power continuous-wave laser systems: including multi-mode, single-mode, polarization-maintaining, step-index, photonic crystal fibers, and endcaps.
nLight Inc
$90000 - $180000 YEAR
Longmont, CO
Job Description: The Electro-Optical Software Engineer is responsible for Design, Development, Integration, and Test for High Energy Laser (HEL) Weapon System and/or HEL Beam Control System (BCS).Responsibilities include hardware integration and test as well as data processing and preparation of performance and test documentation. Responsibilities: Work with a multi-disciplinary team of software, firmware, and hardware engineers, to specify, develop, test and deploy software solutions to interface with and control state-of-the-art high-energy laser weapon systems.
Teradyne
$175300 - $280600 YEAR
North Reading, MA
As a member of the Silicon Photonics Engineering Staff, you will be a key player in the definition, implementation, and validation of complex automated test equipment that interfaces optical ports of silicon photonic devices at all stages of fabrication, from wafer probe to packaged test. ATTENTION APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: If you’re unable to access our on-line application due to a disability you may visit one of our locations or our Corporate Office at 600 Riverpark Drive, North Reading, MA and request a paper application form.
Peraton
$80000 - $128000 YEAR
Woodbridge, New Jersey
Interact with vendors to specify and procure both custom and Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) optical components, incoherent light sources, lasers, detectors, camera systems, and mechanical mounting components. Experience modeling and designing systems using tools that correctly represent components in the optical domain that ultimately comprise a field-deployable system is a critical capability for this role.
Oracle
$87000 - $178100 YEAR
Olympia, WA
May lead multiple engineers in developing network solutions consisting of multiple modules with complex interactions; Work with supporting service teams to ensure solutions are properly supported by monitoring and automation systems. Preferred personal experience, characteristics and leadership skills You might be a good fit if you're a high-energy, strategic and technical leader, possessing a good sense of organizational timeliness with a performance-based track record of success.
Bucher & Christian Consulting, Inc. dba BCforward (BCF)
Redmond, WA
About BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. * Proven track record of significant achievement, demonstrated by grants, fellowships, patents, or first-authored publications in relevant high-impact journals.
NIDEC MOTOR CORPORATION
Clyde Hill, WA
Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units. * Problems faced may be difficult but are not complex, requiring application of technical skills/analysis drawing from prior experiences, and typically involve consideration of multiple issues and impact job family and/or multiple teams.
Oracle
$109200 - $223400 YEAR
Olympia, WA
Career Level - Principal Level providing technical leadership for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating electronic, electro-mechanical or mechanical components, assemblies or integrated circuitry for hardware systems for the external market. Ability to lead multiple engineers in developing network solutions consisting of multiple modules with complex interactions; Work with supporting service teams to ensure solutions are properly supported by monitoring and automation systems.
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc
Santa Clara, California
Familiar with AOCs, DACs, pluggable optics, and high-volume test environments; experience with host board electrical compliance, CMIS extensions, and vendor-specific diagnostic fields. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives.