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Director Optical Engineer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Jenoptik

Director, Design & Engineering

Jupiter, FL · On-site

The role of the Design & Engineering Director will lead the local Design & Engineering team at Jenoptik Optical Systems in Jupiter, FL, and will be responsible for ensuring the optimal availability ...

Jenoptik

Director, Design & Engineering

Jupiter, FL

The role of the Design & Engineering Director will lead the local Design & Engineering team at Jenoptik Optical Systems in Jupiter, FL, and will be responsible for ensuring the optimal availability ...

Morph Group

Submarine Trial Director

Dania Beach, FL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

They will support analytical and practical, at-sea engineering towards meeting the Navy's mission ... The selectee will demonstrate knowledge of system integration with Radar, GPS, AIS and optical ...

ByVerTek LLC

Director of Sales

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Stay informed about fiber optic technology, OSP construction, broadband deployment, competitor ... From design, engineering and locating, to aerial and underground construction and fiber-to-the-home ...

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IMPERX, Inc

Technical Sales Engineer

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

... direct customer interfacing. Educational Background * BSc. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Optics, or equivalent experience Benefits * 401(k) Plan: Employer‑matching ...

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CACI International, Inc.

Manufacturing Engineer

Orlando, FL · On-site

$150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is part of our Optical and Photonics Systems Division, we specialize in the design ... Directing support personnel in the day-to-day execution of the manufacturing tasks. * Actively ...

CACI International, Inc.

Manufacturing Engineer

Orlando, FL · On-site

$71K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is part of our Optical and Photonics Systems Division, we specialize in the design ... Directing support personnel in the day-to-day execution of the manufacturing tasks. * Actively ...

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What is the difference between Director Optical Engineer vs Optical Engineer?

AspectDirector Optical EngineerOptical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's/PhD in optics, physics, or engineering; extensive experienceBachelor's or Master's in optics, physics, or engineering
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles in R&D, product development, managing teamsDesign, testing, and development of optical systems
Industry UsageStrategic oversight, project management, cross-department coordinationHands-on technical work, prototype development, testing

The main difference is that a Director Optical Engineer focuses on strategic leadership, team management, and project oversight, while an Optical Engineer is primarily involved in technical design and development tasks. The director role requires more experience and leadership skills, whereas the optical engineer role emphasizes technical expertise and hands-on work.

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Director of Headset and Camera

Unusual Machines

Orlando, FL

$140/hr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Unusual Machines is a U.S.-based drone and drone parts company focused on the small and First-Person View (FPV) segments of the drone market. Our brands - Rotor Riot and Fat Shark - are two of the most respected names in FPV and have helped shape the industry through e-commerce, product development, and a deep connection with the pilot community.

We're expanding into enterprise and defense - bringing our obsessive attention to performance, design, and U.S.-based manufacturing into high-stakes environments like search and rescue and military innovation. With several of our products already approved by the Defense Innovation Unit, we're solving procurement issues for customers who demand speed, agility, and compliance.

If you love working at the intersection of community, content, and cutting-edge technology, you'll feel right at home here.

You in This Role You will lead optical engineering, hardware integration, and product development for our advanced drone platforms. Key duties include managing R&D teams, designing advanced lens systems, and integrating imaging sensors with virtual/augmented reality headsets and aerial payloads.

What You'll Do

  • Optical Strategy: Lead the design, testing, and mass production of custom lenses, camera modules, and near-eye display optics for headsets and drone gimbals.

  • Team Leadership: Hire, mentor, and direct multi-disciplinary engineering teams across the optical, mechanical, and electrical domains.

  • Cross-Functional Integration: Partner with software and firmware teams to optimize image stabilization, auto-focus, low-latency video transmission, and display clarity.

  • Vendor Management: Oversee external manufacturing partners, component sourcing, and budget tracking to ensure high-quality, cost-effective hardware delivery.

What You'll Bring

  • Education: Bachelors of Science; Master's degree or Ph.D. in Optical Engineering, Physics, or a related field is highly preferred.

  • Experience: 10+ years in optical system design, with 3+ years in a senior leadership or management role.

  • Product Lifecycle: Proven track record of leading optical products from concept through validation, manufacturing, and mass production.

  • Manufacturing Expertise: Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and supplier qualification.

  • Systems Integration: Hands-on experience integrating optical systems with image sensors, displays, embedded electronics, and mechanical assemblies in AR/VR/MR or imaging products.

  • Technical Proficiency: Deep expertise in CAD (SolidWorks or Fusion 360), optical component testing and characterization, camera sensor integration, and micro-display technology for AR/VR/MR headsets.

Compensation - $140, 000 - $170,000

Relocation is not provided for this role.

Benefits

  • Equity is included for all exempt positions
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • 401(k)
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Paid Holidays
  • Daily Catered Lunches

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Unusual Machines participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

Candidates must be a US Citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for employment