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Leidos

Senior Optical Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

The candidate should also be proficient in optical tolerancing, athermalization analysis, and lens manufacturing methods and drawing standards. Experience in stray light control, Structural Thermal ...

Narish

Optical Fabricator II

Pleasant Hill, CA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

... Knowledge of optical lens metrology and measurement equipment. • High School Diploma or ... in manufacturing, materials science, machining or equivalent. Physical Demands: • While ...

Zenni Optical

Quality & Training Coordinator

Obetz, OH · On-site

The ideal candidate possesses extensive optical manufacturing experience, including advanced knowledge of lens mounting processes, quality standards, and manufacturing operations. This individual is ...

BAE Systems

Eng Sr Prin - Optical

Austin, TX · On-site

$132K - $226K/yr

At BAE Systems we design, develop and manufacture highly sophisticated EO/IR solutions that service ... Optics, Laser, Material Science, Precision Pointing, Optical Lens Systems, Imaging Systems

PDS Optical

Lens Clerk

Louisville, KY · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Lens Clerk Opportunity at PDS Optical PDS Optical is a SDVOSB Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that manufactures a very large number of eyeglasses each day. We have Optical Laboratories ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for contractual optical lens manufacturing in the United States is $25.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Optical Lens Manufacturing vs Optical Lens Assembler?

AspectContractual Optical Lens ManufacturingOptical Lens Assembler
CredentialsTechnical certifications, manufacturing experienceBasic technical skills, assembly training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, clean roomsAssembly lines, optical labs
Industry UsageOptical manufacturing companies, suppliersOptical labs, production facilities
Job FocusProducing lenses based on specificationsAssembling lenses into optical devices

Contractual Optical Lens Manufacturing involves producing lenses according to client specifications in manufacturing settings, often requiring technical certifications. Optical Lens Assemblers focus on assembling finished lenses into optical devices, typically working in assembly lines. While both roles are integral to optical production, the manufacturing role emphasizes production processes, whereas assemblers focus on assembly tasks.

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Senior Optical Engineer

Leidos

San Diego, CA • On-site

$131K - $237K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Leidos rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

79th of 495 rated business services

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.
Are you ready for your next career challenge?
Leidos Defense provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions.
Leidos Defense Space Business Area is seeking a Senior Optical Engineer to support the Emerging Space Systems Division in developing optical payload systems for the Space Force, including missions such as Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR), Space Control, and Space-Based Sensing. Leidos programs are funded by multiple U.S. government sponsors as well as internal research and development (IR&D) efforts. The optical engineer will also contribute to responses for government-issued proposals related to optical imaging systems operating in the visible and infrared spectrum. Upon contract award, responsibilities include system conceptualization, optical design, performance analysis, payload construction, testing, and integration.
The candidate should be able to conceptualize optical designs and oversee their mechanical implementation into qualified flight instruments, with demonstrated proficiency in mechanical modeling for proposal and concept development. The candidate should understand radiometric requirements, optical performance specifications, and payload hardware development to design optical systems using Zemax. A strong understanding of aberration theory and its impact on system performance is required.
The candidate should also be proficient in optical tolerancing, athermalization analysis, and lens manufacturing methods and drawing standards. Experience in stray light control, Structural Thermal Optical Performance (STOP) analysis, and laboratory testing and evaluation is required. Additionally, knowledge of infrared lens design and reflective optical system design is essential.
Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science degree with 12+ years of prior relevant experience or Master of Science with 10+ years of prior relevant experience. May possess a Doctorate in a relevant technical domain.
  • Infrared and Visible lens design using Zemax experience required.
  • Knowledge of how electro-optical systems are designed, specified, developed, manufactured, and tested including Focal Plane Arrays, bandpass filter performance, AR coating, and Lyot stop implementation.
  • Experience in prototype and production development, including testing and demonstrations.
  • Knowledge and experience in laboratory alignment, testing, and evaluation.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office applications, MatLab, and Solidworks.
  • Effective communication, coordination, and customer engagement skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic, and team environment.
  • Minimum of an active SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Stray light performance analysis using FRED
  • Bandpass and AR coating development
  • Radiometric modeling
  • Manufacturing and assembly process knowledge

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
May 29, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $131,300.00 - $237,350.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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Reston, VA, US

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