Optical Systems Engineer (Hybrid) GCR Professional ServicesOptical Systems Engineer (Hybrid)Pasadena, CaliforniaThese include, but are not necessarily limited to, requirements for NS/GLAO Image Quality/Normalized Point Source Sensitivity (IQ/PSSN), spatial uniformity, PSSN Temporal Stability, Pupil Stability, and Stray light requirements rooted in each of the system level budgets, their ties to science requirements, and their translation to engineering units. The Optical Systems Engineer will work closely with the Chief Scientist, Project Scientist, Instrument Scientist, instrument teams, and wavefront controls group and Systems Engineering group to interpret science requirements and flowing them down into technical specifications.
NewSenior Engineer I, WB Mechanical Kulicke & Soffa IndustriesSenior Engineer I, WB MechanicalSanta Ana, CA$152,506–$165,000 / yearFull timeRequires a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics Engineering or a related field, and at least 6 years of experience in Precision Mechanical Engineering Design or a related occupation. Senior Engineer I, WB Mechanical (Kulicke & Soffa Industries)(Santa Ana, CA): Analyze, design, and test electro-mechanical systems for high-performance multi-axis robotic semiconductor manufacturing and process equipment.
Research Optical Engineer - Butte Lab - Department of Neurosurgery Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterResearch Optical Engineer - Butte Lab - Department of NeurosurgeryLos Angeles, CADesigns optical, imaging, spectroscopic, opto-mechanical, opto-electronic systems, assemblies, and components employing optical or imaging system design principles and computational tools. The Research Optical Engineer will participate in research activities involving development design, investigation, technical, testing/validation of results, and report findings (including developing independent presentations).
Principal Optical Engineer MKS IncPrincipal Optical EngineerIrvine, CA$175,000–$195,000 / yearAs a Principal Optical Engineer in our Central Engineering organization in Irvine, CA, you will play a key role in designing and developing complex optical systems across a fast‑paced, highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. A Day in Your Life at MKS: The MKS Systems Business Unit develops and manufactures advanced optics, optical assemblies, subsystems, and full laser‑based production systems that enable high‑value solutions for our customers.
Optical Systems Engineer northwoodspaceOptical Systems EngineerLos Angeles, CaliforniaBacked by over $100M from investors like Andreessen Horowitz, Washington Harbour Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, Founders Fund, and others, Northwood has proven its ability to move fast – we’ve stood up a fully operational site in Australia in just 3 months, where similar efforts typically take years. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Senior Optical Engineer RTX CorpSenior Optical EngineerEl Segundo, CAAt RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
Principal Optical Engineer RTX CorpPrincipal Optical EngineerEl Segundo, CAAt RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
Principal Optical Systems Engineer MKS IncPrincipal Optical Systems EngineerIrvine, CA$175,000–$195,000 / yearPerform product development activities that could include new or modified designs for new or existing products and document changes of opto-mechanical, electro-optical or electro-mechanical modules, systems, and instruments from concept to production release • Interpret requirements from customer input and utilize industry best known methods • Participate in feasibility studies and develop cost estimates for systems, testing, development labor, etc. preferred • 8+ years experience developing Optical Systems • Experience in developing and implementing test procedures, and evaluating and selecting appropriate test instrumentation • Hands-on experience in assembling, aligning and testing optical and electronics systems (component to system-level) • A deep understanding of state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and metrology.
NewHolographic Optical Engineer LuminitHolographic Optical EngineerTorrance, CAYou will work closely with the Optical Engineering Department Manager and cross-functional teams to design optical recording setups, support HOE manufacturing processes, and help transition lab-scale holographic technologies into pilot-line and high-volume roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing environments. Employees work on cutting-edge holographic and photonic systems in a collaborative, technically driven environment with opportunities to contribute directly to next-generation mobility and display technologies.
Optical Engineer The Aerospace CorpOptical EngineerEl Segundo, CA$129,000–$193,500 / yearIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Background with optical communications and space hardware testing including development of testbeds, ground support test equipment, test programs and management of test program execution for lasercom, component, units, subsystems or systems. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space- delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers.
Staff Optical Engineer InversionStaff Optical EngineerPlaya Vista, CA$161,000–$221,000 / yearITAR Compliance:To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. You will lead the development of sensor windows, seeker architectures, and a variety of spectral camera systems from early trades through analysis, integration, and test.
Optical Engineer Starshield Space Exploration Technologies CorpOptical Engineer StarshieldHawthorne, CA$100,000–$120,000 / yearPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Master's degree or PhD in physics or an engineering discipline • Proficiency with optical analysis tools such as Zemax • Hands-on experience in optical design or system design, integration, and test of laser communication systems • Experience with mixed-signal circuits, processors, FPGAs, Ethernet, SERDES, DRAM interfaces (DDR4), I2C, SPI, operational amplifiers, analog to digital and digital to analog converters, and power supply components • Opto-mechanical design and analysis experience with precision mounting and steering mechanisms • Knowledge of and experience in lasers, photodiodes, fiber optics, optics testing/troubleshooting techniques, and signal integrity principles • Knowledge of and experience in free-space optical principles, optical component testing/troubleshooting techniques, precision metrology techniques, manufacturing, and integration processes • Experience leading development of commercial communications products • Experience with hardware development for high-reliability applications • Knowledge of and experience in atmospheric optical effects • Ability to assess risk and make design and development decisions without all available data • Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere • Competence with optical test equipment (power meters, interferometer, laser sources) • Experience with infrared system alignment and characterization • Competence with Python scripting and a Linux operating system environment • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Apply optics and photonics knowledge to optical system development, including design, analysis, and validation • Represent the optical system in program-level, cross-disciplinary trades and issue resolution • Define requirements for high-performant optical systems in challenging environmental conditions • Lead optical architecture definition through internal trade studies, concept of operations definition, and risk reduction testing • Participate in verification testing, including environmental qualification, performance characterization, reliability testing, and fault injection testing • Define and lead field testing of optical experiments and laser communication systems • Review test data and lead anomaly investigation and resolution • Maintain link budgets, design specifications, and system capabilities data • Interface with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure final designs can be manufactured in accordance with overall project goals • Collaborate with software and automation teams to develop tools and protocols for automated optical testing • Represent laser communications systems for reliability and risk discussions with internal reliability teams, management, customers, and vendors.
Data Center Optical Engineer Adex CorporationData Center Optical EngineerLong Beach, CA$42–$42 / hourOptical 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.
Sr. Optical Engineer Starshield Space Exploration Technologies CorpSr. Optical Engineer StarshieldHawthorne, CA$130,000–$180,000 / yearPREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: • Master's degree or PhD in physics or an engineering discipline • Proficiency with optical analysis tools such as Zemax • Hands-on experience in optical design or system design, integration, and test of laser communication systems • Experience with mixed-signal circuits, processors, FPGAs, Ethernet, SERDES, DRAM interfaces (DDR4), I2C, SPI, operational amplifiers, analog to digital and digital to analog converters, and power supply components • Opto-mechanical design and analysis experience with precision mounting and steering mechanisms • Knowledge of and experience in lasers, photodiodes, fiber optics, optics testing/troubleshooting techniques, and signal integrity principles • Knowledge of and experience in free-space optical principles, optical component testing/troubleshooting techniques, precision metrology techniques, manufacturing, and integration processes • Experience leading development of commercial communications products • Experience with hardware development for high-reliability applications • Knowledge of and experience in atmospheric optical effects • Ability to assess risk and make design and development decisions without all available data • Ability to work in a fast-paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere • Competence with optical test equipment (power meters, interferometer, laser sources) • Experience with infrared system alignment and characterization • Competence with Python scripting and a Linux operating system environment • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Apply optics and photonics knowledge to optical system development, including design, analysis, and validation • Represent the optical system in program-level, cross-disciplinary trades and issue resolution • Define requirements for high-performant optical systems in challenging environmental conditions • Lead optical architecture definition through internal trade studies, concept of operations definition, and risk reduction testing • Participate in verification testing, including environmental qualification, performance characterization, reliability testing, and fault injection testing • Define and lead field testing of optical experiments and laser communication systems • Review test data and lead anomaly investigation and resolution • Maintain link budgets, design specifications, and system capabilities data • Interface with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure final designs can be manufactured in accordance with overall project goals • Collaborate with software and automation teams to develop tools and protocols for automated optical testing • Represent laser communications systems for reliability and risk discussions with internal reliability teams, management, customers, and vendors.
Senior Optical Engineer RTXSenior Optical EngineerEl Segundo, CaliforniaActive and existing security clearance required after day 1At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
Principal Optical Engineer RTXPrincipal Optical EngineerEl Segundo, CaliforniaActive and existing security clearance required after day 1At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
Principal Optical Engineer - Light Sources Marvell Technology IncPrincipal Optical Engineer - Light SourcesIrvine, CAHighlights include an employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back, family support programs to help balance work and home life, robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being, and a recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones. To support fair and authentic hiring practices, candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.
Sr. Optical Amplifier Engineer - Advanced Photonics Systems Blue Origin Enterprises LPSr. Optical Amplifier Engineer - Advanced Photonics SystemsLos Angeles, CA$156,802–$219,522.45 / yearand/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.
Principal Optical Manufacturing Engineer MKS IncPrincipal Optical Manufacturing EngineerIrvine, CA$115,000–$180,000 / yearA Day in Your Life at MKS: As a Principal Manufacturing Engineer in MKS Irvine Development Group, you will partner with Operations and the wider Engineering team to develop manufacturing and metrology methods for fabricating cutting-edge optics. You Will Make an Impact By: Developing, implementing and maintaining methods, operation sequences and processes in the manufacture or fabrication of optics, machined ceramic and glass components, and internal test stands.
Optical Engineer IV Jet Propulsion LaboratoryOptical Engineer IVPasadena, CAJoin our team as a Senior Optical Engineer and drive innovation in advanced optical systems for space and Earth missions. Leverage your expertise in optical design, analysis, and hardware development to shape the future of deep space communications.
Senior Optical Manufacturing Engineer MKS IncSenior Optical Manufacturing EngineerIrvine, CA$95,000–$140,000 / yearWe are looking for an exceptional Senior Optical Manufacturing Engineer to provide overall engineering support to optical fabrication, specifically lens manufacturing using various methods. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Optical Test Engineer II Impulse SpaceOptical Test Engineer IIRedondo Beach, CA$115,000–$165,000 / yearAs an Optical Test Engineer at Impulse, you will be responsible for designing, procuring, assembling, and operating optomechanical test setups while working closely with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs. This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies.
GNC Engineer (Optical Systems) Impulse SpaceGNC Engineer (Optical Systems)Redondo Beach, CA$125,000–$155,000 / yearAs a Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer (Optical Systems) at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of and provide outstanding technical contribution to star trackers and optical navigation systems in all phases of development and operation while working closely with a fast paced, agile team. This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies.
Senior Principal Optical Designer Engineer RTX CorpSenior Principal Optical Designer EngineerEl Segundo, CAAt RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
Senior Mechanisms Engineer, Optical K2 Space CorpSenior Mechanisms Engineer, OpticalLos Angeles, CA$140,000–$175,000 / yearBacked by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers were mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. As Senior Mechanisms Engineer, you will be responsible for defining how K2 designs, manufactures, tests, integrates, and deploys precision, high-speed optical mechanisms and associated mechanical structures for use in K2s portfolio of optical payloads.
Senior Mechanisms Engineer, Optical K2 SpaceSenior Mechanisms Engineer, OpticalLos Angeles, CaliforniaBacked by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we’re mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. As Senior Mechanisms Engineer, you will be responsible for defining how K2 designs, manufactures, tests, integrates, and deploys precision, high-speed optical mechanisms and associated mechanical structures for use in K2’s portfolio of optical payloads.
Staff Optical Communications Engineer Relativity Space IncStaff Optical Communications EngineerLong Beach, CA$188,000–$251,000 / yearAbout the Role: As a Staff Optical Communications Engineer within the Interplanetary Sciences Program, you will own the end-to-end architecture, design, development, and delivery of a deep-space optical communications terminal. By creating a sustainable model for interplanetary exploration, we are transforming space science from an occasional event into a continuous process of discovery that accelerates knowledge, broadens participation, and inspires the next generation of explorers.
Senior Optical Communications Engineer Relativity Space IncSenior Optical Communications EngineerLong Beach, CA$160,000–$214,000 / yearAbout the Role: As a Senior Optical Communications Engineer within the Interplanetary Sciences Program, you will own the end-to-end architecture, design, development, and delivery of a deep-space optical communications terminal. By creating a sustainable model for interplanetary exploration, we are transforming space science from an occasional event into a continuous process of discovery that accelerates knowledge, broadens participation, and inspires the next generation of explorers.
System Engineer - Optical DSP Intern - PhD 31 MSISystem Engineer - Optical DSP Intern - PhDIrvine, CaliforniaModelling/simulation/analysis of coherent systems including analog components (ADC, DAC, drivers, TIA), opto-electronic components (nested MZM, coherent optical mixers, photodiodes, lasers, optical mux/demux, optical amplifiers), fiber impairments (CD, PMD, non-linearities) and DSP algorithms (calibration of analog and optical nonidealities, equalizers, carrier frequency/phase recovery, timing recovery). To support fair and authentic hiring practices, candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.
Electro Optical Remote Sensing Engineer The Aerospace CorpElectro Optical Remote Sensing EngineerEl Segundo, CARemote$110,400–$193,500 / yearIt would be impressive if you have one or more of these: Strong analytic problem-solving skills relating to the performance of passive remote sensing electro-optical visible and infrared sensors, especially OPIR systems, and including topics such as radiometry, radiative transfer modeling, image chain analysis, target detection, sensor performance metrics, earth-background infrared signatures, and visible and infrared backgrounds. The Integrated Sensor Design and Analysis Department (ISDAD), within the Sensing and Processing Subdivision (SPS) in MPD, is seeking a Electro Optical Remote Sensing Engineer to join our team of scientists and engineers engaged in developing the nation's next generation of remote sensing systems for Department of Defense and national security customers.
Sr. Electro-Optical Test Development Engineer Nokia CorpSr. Electro-Optical Test Development EngineerCACollaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including product development and firmware engineers, you will have the opportunity to influence the design and testing processes of cutting-edge coherent pluggable products. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we're advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.
Electrical/Optical SerDes Analog Mixed Signal Design Engineer MediaTek IncElectrical/Optical SerDes Analog Mixed Signal Design EngineerIrvine, CADesign and verification of high-speed, high-performance analog and mixed-signal circuits including, but not limited to: modulator drivers (MRM/MZM/EAM), TIAs, front-end circuits, samplers, comparators, ADCs, DACs, PLLs, CDRs, clock distribution, heater drivers, and bias DACs. We are looking for ambitious analog and mixed-signal designers with exposure to silicon photonics and electro-optic systems who are willing to learn, grow, and contribute to a diverse portfolio of high-speed interconnect products.
Systems Engineer, Electro Optical, Space Anduril Industries IncSystems Engineer, Electro Optical, SpaceCosta Mesa, CAWe are developing fully integrated hardware and software systems, including Lattice for Space Missions and modular payloads, to address growing threats in space and ensure our Guardians maintain a decisive advantage in this contested war-fighting domain. A successful candidate will have experience during all phases of payload system engineering including architecture and requirement derivation, performance modeling, design reviews, laboratory testing, spacecraft assembly integration and test, on-orbit initialization, and mission operations.
Optical Test Engineer II Impulse Space Propulsion Inc.Optical Test Engineer IIRedondo Beach, CA$115,000–$165,000 / yearAs an Optical Test Engineer at Impulse, you will be responsible for designing, procuring, assembling, and operating optomechanical test setups while working closely with a fast paced, agile team that produces high-performance spacecraft from clean sheet designs. This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies.
GNC Engineer (Optical Systems) Impulse Space Propulsion Inc.GNC Engineer (Optical Systems)Redondo Beach, CA$125,000–$155,000 / yearAs a Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer (Optical Systems) at Impulse Space, you will own all aspects of and provide outstanding technical contribution to star trackers and optical navigation systems in all phases of development and operation while working closely with a fast paced, agile team. This position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies.
Principal Hardware Design Engineer - DSP/Optical/FPGA/Controller/SerDes Marvell Technology IncPrincipal Hardware Design Engineer - DSP/Optical/FPGA/Controller/SerDesIrvine, CA$122,700–$181,600 / yearWhat You Can Expect As a Hardware Design Engineer, you will be: • Responsible for high-performance hardware/system design of all-optical 400G/800G per lambda coherent DSP reference designs and evaluation platforms including power, control, clocking, high-speed I/O, and form factor. Highlights include an employee stock purchase plan with a 2-year look back, family support programs to help balance work and home life, robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being, and a recognition and service awards to celebrate contributions and milestones.
Electrical/Optical SerDes DSP and Algorithm Engineer MediaTek IncElectrical/Optical SerDes DSP and Algorithm EngineerIrvine, CASupport bit-true cycle-true modeling, design verification, and post-silicon validation. • Develop advanced algorithm and architecture for high speed electrical / optical SerDes.
Senior Principal Optical Designer Engineer RTXSenior Principal Optical Designer EngineerEl Segundo, CaliforniaActive and existing security clearance required after day 1At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
Optical Test Engineer Mesh Optical TechnologiesOptical Test EngineerGardena, CaliforniaHands-on familiarity with optical/RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, VNAs, VSGs, high-speed oscilloscopes, BERTs). In addition to base salary, compensation for this role includes: Eligibility for long-term incentives including company stock options and discretionary bonuses awarded for exceptional achievements.
NewOptical Transport Engineer (IXC) Adex CorporationOptical Transport Engineer (IXC)Los Angeles, CA$40–$42 / hourProvision Optical IXC circuits using Cisco Prime Optical (CPO) or Cisco Transport Controller (CTC) and configure ancillary equipment for delivery of sub-rate circuits (e.g., RAD RICi-16/EGATE-100, Cisco ASR1002/1001-X router port configurations including T3/T1 SIP/SPA, DNX-11/88 port configurations, etc.). Work directly with IXC Deployment Team, IXC Engineering, Telco circuit and network design engineers, and Telco Carrier Provisioning/Circuit designs with team personnel to accurately document circuit designs on Optical networks.
Optical Communications Systems Engineer Impulse Space Propulsion Inc.Optical Communications Systems EngineerRedondo Beach, CA$150,000–$220,000 / yearThis position requires applicants to be either U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent U.S. resident (green card holder), an individual granted asylum in the U.S., or an individual admitted in U.S. refugee status) or persons eligible to obtain an export license from the U.S. Departments of State, Commerce, or other applicable U.S. government agencies. Relevant experience may come from space optical communications, terrestrial fiber communications, coherent optical systems, high-data-rate telecom hardware, or adjacent optical/electrical communications systems.
Principal Mechanisms Engineer, Optical K2 SpacePrincipal Mechanisms Engineer, OpticalLos Angeles, CaliforniaBacked by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we’re mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. Experience designing harness routing, cable wraps, slip rings, and other cable-management approaches for continuously or widely rotating mechanisms, including routing optical fibers through moving axes while managing bend radius, strain relief, and pointing disturbance .
NewSenior Optical Systems Engineer Darwin RecruitmentSenior Optical Systems EngineerLos Angeles, California$190,000–$240,000As the primary interface between the optical payload, the space vehicle team and the mission data processing team, you will manage requirements and interfaces across all three, design and implement modelling and simulation of optical systems, and develop and execute unit and system level test campaigns both on the ground and on orbit. Our client needs a senior optical systems engineer to sit at the heart of that interface, owning mission performance requirements for EO/IR and laser systems, building the models that predict how those systems will perform, and validating that performance on the ground and on orbit.
RF/MS IC Design Engineer, Optical Networking & SERDES MaxLinear IncRF/MS IC Design Engineer, Optical Networking & SERDESIrvine, CA$104,728–$212,170 / yearOur Key recent Product Offerings are: • Keystone: The first low-power 5-nm 100G PAM4 DSP SoC, optimized for active electrical and optical cables • Sierra: A single-chip solution for 5G Open RAN radio units • Wi-Fi 7 Solutions: The world's first Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 7 tri-band single-chip solutions and access points • Panther: An ultra-low latency Data Processing Unit (DPU) storage accelerator for enterprise and hyperscale data centers, delivering up to 3.2 Tbps throughput. MaxLinear's technologies empower next-generation products across a variety of markets, including high-speed interconnect solutions in hyperscale datacenters, broadband access, connectivity, infrastructure, and industrial systems.
Senior Optical System Engineer Matter IntelligenceSenior Optical System EngineerEl Segundo, CaliforniaWe are seeking a Senior Optical Systems Engineer to own the end-to-end optical performance of complex electro-optical payloads — from early concept and system trades through design, integration, test, and (where applicable) on-orbit or airborne operation. This role is the technical authority for optical system performance, responsible for translating mission objectives into optical requirements, guiding design implementation, verifying performance analytically and experimentally, and supporting calibration and operations.
Optical Systems Engineer (mid-career) - Millennium Space Systems The Boeing CoOptical Systems Engineer (mid-career) - Millennium Space SystemsEl Segundo, CA$99,000–$177,000 / yearMillennium Space Systems also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): Level 3: Bachelor's Degree in engineering, physical sciences or computer science and 5 or more years' related work experience; master's degree and 3 or more years' of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of technical education.
Embedded Software Engineer, Amazon Leo Optical Inter-Satellite Link Amazon.com IncEmbedded Software Engineer, Amazon Leo Optical Inter-Satellite LinkNorthridge, CAAmazon LEO will help close the digital divide by delivering fast, affordable broadband to a wide range of customers, including consumers, businesses, government agencies, and other organizations operating in places without reliable connectivity. As a Software Engineer, you will be a member of the Optical Inter-Satellite Link team, focusing on the design, implementation, and verification of software systems to control and monitor high-speed optical communications.
Optical Networking Engineer Mesh Optical TechnologiesOptical Networking EngineerGardena, CaliforniaWe're seeking an Optical Networking Engineer to lead the network-level design of our optical interconnect solutions — trading network architectures, evaluating routing and switching hardware, and engineering signal performance across customer fabrics, then carrying those designs through validation and deployment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document technical issues clearly and communicate effectively with both engineering peers and customer network operations teams.
Principal Optical Systems Engineer K2 Space CorpPrincipal Optical Systems EngineerLos Angeles, CA$190,000–$280,000 / yearBacked by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others - with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers - we're mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. stray light, fiber coupling); detailed optical design and tolerancing; development plan (risk reduction timeline, division of labor, test strategy); environmental qualification and reliability testing; technical leadership of vendors and external partners, including component qualification, supply-chain development, and transition to volume manufacturing; and .
Optical Systems Engineer K2 SpaceOptical Systems EngineerLos Angeles, CaliforniaBacked by $450M from leading investors including Altimeter Capital, Redpoint Ventures, T. Rowe Price, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Alpine Space Ventures, and others – with an additional $500M in signed contracts across commercial and US government customers – we’re mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built for missions from LEO to deep space. stray light, fiber coupling); detailed optical design and tolerancing; development plan (risk reduction timeline, division of labor, test strategy); environmental qualification and reliability testing; technical leadership of vendors and external partners, including component qualification, supply-chain development, and transition to volume manufacturing; and .