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Optical Engineer Jobs in Maryland

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Laurel, MD13 days ago

$105,000–$290,000

The Electro Optical Seeker and Infrared Systems group (A1F) of the Air and Missile Defense Sector (AMDS) is seeking a Senior Embedded Systems & Hardware-in-the-Loop Engineer to lead the architecture and implementation of complete embedded systems, custom electronics hardware, FPGA firmware, real-time embedded software, and sophisticated HWIL test systems. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.

Laurel, MD21 days ago

$105,000–$290,000

Possess a M.S. degree in electrical engineering, physics, optics, chemistry, or a related field and a minimum of 5 years-experience working in the area of numerical modeling of optical systems OR a B.S. degree in a related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience working with numerical modeling tools. As a member of the High Energy Laser Systems & Technologies section in the Optics and Photonics Group, your work will help inform decision makers in the defense community to help solve some of our nation’s most critical challenges related to high power lasers and laser weapon systems.

Laurel, Maryland23 days ago

JHU/APL is seeking an Electro-Optical Engineer to be a part of a team of scientists and engineers that conceives, designs, builds, and tests complex electro-optical systems. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.

Greenbelt, Maryland30+ days ago

This multi-faceted position will entail activities including: • Develop appropriate manufacturing and verification processes for the construction of high reliability fiber optic cables and fiber optic components/assemblies. Responsibilities: The Electro-Optical Engineer III shall perform design, development, calibration and evaluation of electro-optical elements, subsystems, and systems for spaceflight and ground- based systems.

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Fort Meade, MD1 day ago

$100,000–$200,000 Per Year

Provide expertise in order to certify and support Optical systems to include optical switches, amplifiers, regenerators, Optical Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM), Optical Transport Networking (OTN), Optical Transport Unit (OTU) frames, OTN-based backbones, optical light paths, optical spectrum sharing, optical virtual private networks (O-VPNs), wavelength-based private services, Packet-Optical Transport System (P-OTS), Ethernet, Flexible Ethernet (FlexE), Carrier Ethernet. These technologies include network devices (Optical Transport Systems, Optical Line Systems, Optical Transponders, routers, switches, firewalls, and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), and services Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (AAA), Access Control List (ACL), secure remote access (i.e Secure shell, Secure VPN, IPSec), and IPv6 capable devices.

Laurel, Maryland30+ days ago

As part of a multi-disciplinary research team, you will join computational and experimental scientists and engineers who are passionate about developing innovative solutions that can impact the future development and application of electromagnetic devices using novel metasurface and phase-change material designs. We are seeking a creative and multidisciplinary scientist to help us mature existing projects and grow new ones by identifying emerging sponsor challenges that require novel electromagnetic solutions in the optical frequency range.

Fort Meade, MD30+ days ago

The Senior Subject Matter Expert (Optical) provides or leads in-depth analyses for translating customer unified capabilities needs into the design of networks for Optical, Circuit Switched and IP networks that support Telecommunications for classified Defense Networks which include Real Time Services such as voice and video converged with data applications end-to-end. At least eight years of experience in the installation, turn-up, testing, activation, maintenance, repair or construction of various types of telecommunications or other electronic equipment or an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting completion of an accredited vocational or technical curriculum in telecommunications or a related discipline for the required or an equivalent combination of education and experience .

Patuxent, Maryland30+ days ago

This role focuses on designing, testing, and maintaining electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems, supporting complex defense-related test environments and mission-critical technologies. An organization is seeking an Electro-Optical Engineer (Journeyman) to support advanced aircraft research, development, testing, and evaluation initiatives.

Laurel, Maryland30+ days ago

We seek to drive technology advances in a variety of applications including remote sensing, rf photonics, optical communications, optical system design, high energy laser systems, applied spectroscopy, optical materials characterization, and advanced photonic technologies (including leveraging FPGA and digital design tools for photonic-based systems). Are interested in exploring a career in one or more of the following areas: Remote Sensing, Optical Communications, Optical System Design, High Energy Laser systems and technologies, Applied Spectroscopy, Optical Materials Characterization, or Advanced Photonics, FPGA development or digital design.

Annapolis Junction, MD10 days ago

$160,085–$168,840 Per Year

This involves interacting with device, hardware and software design teams to assist in the overall development of optical systems; specifying, selecting and qualifying active and passive optical components, developing and benchmarking system performance models, developing and implementing test procedures and evaluating and selecting appropriate test instrumentation. General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation.

Annapolis Junction, MD30+ days ago

$128,854–$142,947 Per Year

Annapolis Junction, MD30+ days ago

What you bring to the table:*Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, a related specialized area or field (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree*Solid use of electrical and optical engineering concepts and processes, principles, and theories*Skilled in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actions*US CitizenshipWhat sets you apart:*Experience conducting laboratory measurements, and/or hardware integration and/or hardware testing*Experience with optical and communications test and measurement equipment and laboratory tools*Experience with or interest in hardware prototyping and field testing*Familiarity with one or more of the following: Matlab, Lumerical, Zemax, VPI, Python, C/C++, LabViewIf you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. This position involves interacting with device, hardware and software design teams to assist in the overall development of optical and photonic systems; specifying, selecting and qualifying active and passive components; developing and benchmarking system performance models; developing and implementing test procedures, and evaluating and selecting appropriate test instrumentation.

Laurel, Maryland30+ days ago

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.

Annapolis Junction, Maryland25 days ago

$202,197–$213,254 Per Year

The breadth of these projects includes technologies for application in free-space optical (FSO) and fiber communications and sensors, photonic integrated circuits, active and passive optical remote sensing and imaging, microwave photonics, and quantum technologies. Company Overview: General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation.

Annapolis, MD30+ days ago

Remote

$82,969–$110,625 Per Year

Conduct comprehensive testing of DS-3, OC-3, OC-12, OC-48, and OC-192 circuits using Bit Error Rate Testers (BERTs), Optical Time-Domain Reflectometers (OTDRs), Optical Power Meters, and other precision optical test equipment. Responsibilities include performing site surveys to assess infrastructure readiness; installing, provisioning, and commissioning equipment; and executing turnup and testing of advanced networking technologies.

Fort Meade, Maryland30+ days ago

Experience in technical engineering leadership roles, including leading technically varied teams for successful deliveries on complex engineering programs to support products, services, and operations. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; an active TS/SCI clearance; willingness to take a polygraph exam.

Laurel, Maryland14 days ago

You will work with engineers and scientists to develop new concepts for software defined radios and payloads for space RF and optical systems for communications, PNT, remote sensing, and ISR&T applications. Are willing and able to accommodate flexible hours for spacecraft level testing activities for short periods of time, infrequent travel to customer or sponsor locations as well as spacecraft integration and test sites.

Laurel, Maryland30+ days ago

If so, the Strike Guidance, Navigation, Controls (GNC), and Seekers group is looking for PhDs who are pursuing degrees in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.

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Baltimore, MD1 day ago

$80,000–$100,000 Per Year

The candidate will perform our internal OPC Process that develops, maintains and ensures that product baselines are accurate, controlled and reflect current processes that are being performed through working directly with department managers on processes, special notes, key characteristics and any information deemed necessary to be included on our internal Travelers. Perform Purchase order Contract review with relation to Quality Control and Process Flow to ensure adequate Key Characteristics are identified, detailed traveler notes are in place to ensure contractual, purchase order, flow down and specification requirements are met.

Baltimore, MD15 days ago

$90,000–$105,000 Per Year

Perform Purchase order Contract review with relation to Quality Control and Process Flow to ensure adequate Key Characteristics are identified, detailed traveler notes are in place to ensure contractual, purchase order, flow down and specification requirements are met. The Quality Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining quality systems that ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and internal requirements.

Silver Spring, MD30+ days ago

$87,200–$134,000 Per Year

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

Linthicum Heights, MD30+ days ago

$85,400–$128,000 Per Year

Level 3: Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or other related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), with 5 years of relevant experience or a master’s degree and 3 years of experience. + Level 2: Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or other related Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), with 2 years of relevant experience or a master’s degree.

Silver Spring, MD30+ days ago

$71,000–$109,000 Per Year

Silver Spring, MD30+ days ago

$87,200–$125,000 Per Year

Silver Spring, MD30+ days ago

$87,200–$125,000 Per Year

Laurel, Maryland30+ days ago

Have experience in one or more of the following areas: high performance computing (HPC); Nvidia CUDA or other GPU programming; FPGA programming; highly concurrent systems; signal processing; writing software that interfaces with embedded systems hardware or other hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations. The Strike Guidance, Navigation, Control, and Seekers group is looking for a Simulation Software Engineer to help us architect, develop, and modernize physics-based simulations across a wide-ranging set of programs.

Laurel, Maryland14 days ago

We are seeking a physicist, mathematician or engineer to help us develop algorithms and assess the performance of the next generation of infrared and optical sensor systems for land, air, and sea-launched interceptors. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development.

Laurel, Maryland30+ days ago

Work with technologies that may include, wired, wireless (RF & optical) links, line-of-sight (LOS) and beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS)/Satellite communication links, IP networking, RF systems, protocols, software defined radio (SDR), 5G (and beyond) cellular. The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges.

Laurel, Maryland7 days ago

Whether it is developing the next Jovian moon tour, calculating an optimal low-thrust trajectory, optimizing the configurations of formation flight, or applying modern scientific computing to optical and radiometric navigation, there is a wellspring of intellectually rewarding challenges for the right candidate. Contributing directly to our continuously evolving code-base and individually pursuing IR&D funding, you will work with our team to ensure that APL is on the cutting edge of trajectory design and spacecraft navigation.

Laurel, Maryland14 days ago

Greenbelt, MD13 days ago

Relative Dynamics is seeking a Microfabrication Engineer to assist in advancing cutting-edge technology for a new mission at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, MD. Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, materials science, physics, or related field; MS or PhD preferred.

Maryland9 days ago

$129,000–$147,000 Per Year

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Bethesda, MD1 day ago

This position will be primarily supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division's advanced manufacturing branch, concentrated on additively manufactured Naval structural steels and other corrosion-resistant alloy systems. Typical duties of this position are related to those activities associated with metallurgical investigations, such as: Metallographic sample preparation, including sectioning, mounting, grinding/polishing, etching, and light-optical microscopy of grain structures, precipitates, or other features of interest.

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Stevensville, MD3 days ago

$85,000–$98,000 Per Year

Miltec UV is Hiring a Mechanical EngineerMiltec is a UV Equipment manufacturer that is dedicated to building long term relationships with our domestic and international customers by providing high quality UV curing systems at reasonable prices and with excellent customer service. Miltec UV provides global leadership in over 30 diverse manufacturing market segments by providing custom-designed UV Curing systems as well as UV replacement parts and UV lamps for Miltec and various other OEM systems.

Silver Spring, MD30+ days ago

$100,000–$153,000 Per Year
Full-time

Important information: FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope.

Greenbelt, Maryland25 days ago

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for fabrication processes Responsibilities: Plans and implements detector/instrument engineering studies, analyses, and development in support of flight, airborne, and ground mechanical and electrical hardware including all scientific and support software required to operate and/or test the associated equipment and/or facility. Qualifications: Education: This position requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science from an accredited institution or have equivalent education in a different field and experience.

Laurel, Maryland30+ days ago

We seek to drive technology advances in a variety of applications including remote sensing, microwave and millimeter-wave photonics, optical communications, optical system design, high energy laser systems, applied spectroscopy, optical materials characterization, and advanced photonic technologies. Are an expert in one of the following areas: Remote Sensing, Microwave and Millimeter Wave Photonics, Optical Communications, Optical System Design, High Energy Laser systems and technologies, Applied Spectroscopy, Optical Materials Characterization, or Advanced Photonics.

Hanover, Maryland30+ days ago

$105,000–$140,000 Per Year

Position Overview: The Technical Project Manager (TPM) – DISA / PEO Transport Specialization – will lead the execution of complex technical programs supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), with a primary focus on PEO Transport initiatives. The ideal candidate combines hands‑on engineering credibility with disciplined program leadership, enabling them to guide cross‑functional teams, coordinate with DISA program offices, and ensure solutions meet stringent technical, operational, and cybersecurity requirements.

Laurel, Maryland30+ days ago

Have implemented advanced optimization algorithms (e.g., inverse design, adjoint optimization, machine learning-driven design) or developed custom numerical methods (e.g., PDE solvers). Your primary responsibility will be to develop and apply computational models and simulations to design novel electromagnetic devices—including RF/optical metasurfaces, integrated photonics, and quantum computing hardware.

Glen Burnie, Maryland30+ days ago

Remote

We offer design, installation, support and project management for Distributed Antenna Systems, Passive Optical Networking, voice/data, wireless systems, security, audiovisual, and video teleconferencing delivering powerful IP-centric, integrated solutions that get results. We offer design, installation, support and project management for Distributed Antenna Systems, Passive Optical Networking, voice/data, wireless systems, security, audio visual, and video teleconferencing delivering powerful IP-centric, integrated solutions that get results.

Laurel, Maryland30+ days ago

We offer design, installation, support and project management for Distributed Antenna Systems, Passive Optical Networking, voice/data, wireless systems, security, audiovisual, and video teleconferencing delivering powerful IP-centric, integrated solutions that get results. We are currently seeking a Infrastructure Designer that will be a critical member of a U.S.-based global systems integrator providing technology solutions and services for commercial and government clients.

Laurel, Maryland30+ days ago

We collaborate with other groups across the lab in nearly all we do, and regularly work with subject matter experts in external academic and defense communities - to consult, to employ state-of-the-art testing capabilities and to partner in developing new hardware technologies and software methodologies. Are an expert in one of the following areas: aerodynamics and fluid analysis, thermal/fluid modeling, heat transfer, thermochemistry, combustion, hypersonic thermal design, infrared scenes, signatures and related software development.

Hagerstown, MD30+ days ago

This position will have project management skills, ability to work independently, knowledge of construction practices for outside plant cable placement, sufficient experience with computers and have a background in fiber optic splicing documentation practices. Construct proper splice cases, pressurized and non-pressurized, using all types and sizes of cable, including but not limited to grounding, bonding, isolation, slack storage and sealing.

Baltimore, Maryland13 days ago

Constant Learning & Career Development via our Track for Talent development programme - with the option to further progress your capabilities across 3 areas: Technical, Business and Emotional. The Senior Field Technician will be highly organised, self-motivated and responsible for installing and basic testing of Telecommunication Equipment and Systems.

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Optical Engineer Jobs in Maryland

Senior Embedded Systems & Hardware-in-the-Loop Engineer Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

High Energy Laser Scientist / Modeler Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)

Electro-Optical Engineer Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Electro-Optical Engineer III Columbus Technologies

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2026 Graduate - Optics & Photonics Engineer/Scientist Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Senior Advanced Electro-Optic Design Engineer General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Advanced Electro-Optic Design Engineer General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Electro-Optics Engineer Belcan

Optics Engineer Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Senior Principal Electrical-Optics Engineer General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Senior Engineer - Public Sector Lumen

Telecommunications Engineer Precision Solutions

Digital Signal Processing Engineer Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

2026 PhD Graduate - Autonomous Systems Design Engineer: Controls, Navigation, Sensors, and Simulation Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Configuration Engineer Wingard Aerospace

Quality Engineer Wingard Aerospace

Systems Engineer II/Senior Rocket Lab Corporation

Space Electrical Engineer / Principal Electrical Engineer Northrop Grumman

Manufacturing Engineer I/II Rocket Lab Corporation

Structural Analysis Engineer II/Senior Rocket Lab Corporation

Mechatronics Engineer II/Senior Rocket Lab Corporation

Simulation Software Engineer Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Image Processing / Sensor Engineer Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

2026 Graduate - Wireless Communications and Networked Systems Engineer Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Mission Design / Navigation Engineer Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

2026 Graduate - Image and Video Processing Engineer Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Aerospace Microfabrication Engineer Relative Dynamics

IT Hardware Engineer TekSynap

Metallurgist & Materials Science Engineer Vision Point Systems, Inc.

Mechanical Engineer Miltec Corporation

Senior Mechanical Engineer I/II Rocket Lab USA

Detector/Instrument Engineer (Sr) Columbus Technologies

2026 PhD Graduate - Optics and Photonics Postdoctoral Fellow Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Technical Project Manager (DISA/PEO Transport) By Light Professional IT Services LLC

Electromagnetic Computational Scientist Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Electronic Security Systems Foreman Vision Technologies, Inc

Infrastructure Designer Vision Technologies, Inc

2026 PhD Graduate - Aerospace & Thermal Engineering Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Fiber Technician - OSP Point Broadband

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