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CACI International Inc.

Optical Engineer

Danbury, CT · On-site

$86K - $181K/yr

Work in a group of optical engineers solving challenging technical problemsWork in inter ... Direct experience with designing optical systems using Code V, Zemax, or other softwareDirect ...

SGS Consulting

Optical Engineer

Lexington, MA · On-site

$144K - $187K/yr

This is an Optical Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) Engineer role for one-of-a-kind complex prototypes for imaging, communication, and/or directed energy applications. Responsibilities Involve:

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Aeva, Inc.

Optical Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$132K - $179K/yr

Direct specification development for detailed drawings of optical components * Generate and document new IP What you have: * Bachelors or Masters in optical engineering, physics, or related field ...

Aeva, Inc.

Optical Engineer

Mountain View, CA

$132K - $179K/yr

Direct specification development for detailed drawings of optical components * Generate and document new IP What you have: * Bachelors or Masters in optical engineering, physics, or related field ...

Aeva, Inc.

Optical Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site

$132K - $179K/yr

Direct specification development for detailed drawings of optical components * Generate and document new IP What you have: * Bachelors or Masters in optical engineering, physics, or related field ...

Diffraqtion

Optical Engineer I

Somerville, MA · On-site

$140K - $182K/yr

Direct, day-to-day mentorship from senior optical engineers and the founding team. * A collaborative and innovative work environment with a clear path for technical growth. * The chance to work on ...

nLIGHT

Optical Engineer

Marlborough, MA

Summary The Optical Engineer will support the development of advanced fiber amplifiers and fiber ... This position will be onsite in the Greater-Boston area and will report to the Director of ...

nLIGHT

Optical Engineer

Marlborough, MA

$40/hr

Summary The Optical Engineer will support the development of advanced fiber amplifiers and fiber ... This position will be onsite in the Greater-Boston area and will report to the Director of ...

nLIGHT

Optical Engineer

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$40/hr

Summary The Optical Engineer will support the development of advanced fiber amplifiers and fiber ... This position will be onsite in the Greater-Boston area and will report to the Director of ...

nLIGHT

Optical Engineer

Marlborough, MA · On-site

$40/hr

Summary The Optical Engineer will support the development of advanced fiber amplifiers and fiber ... This position will be onsite in the Greater-Boston area and will report to the Director of ...

Industrious Ventures

$135K - $185K/yr

We are looking for an Optical Engineer to join our team of designers of cutting-edge components for ... Direct experience with space or other high-reliability environment * Familiarity with CMOS image ...

Trialon Corporation

Optical Engineer

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$122K - $158K/yr

... direct placements. Trialon provides people throughout North America in many technical fields ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering (in optics/physics) or Engineering/Mathematics background or ...

Industrious Ventures

Optical Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$135K - $185K/yr

We are looking for an Optical Engineer to join our team of designers of cutting-edge components for ... Direct experience with space or other high-reliability environment * Familiarity with CMOS image ...

Atln

$138K - $173K/yr

Optical Engineer IV Full Time Traverse City, MI, US 4 days ago Requisition ID: 1178 Salary Range ... From high-energy directed laser systems to satellite optics and hypersonic thermal protection ...

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How much do director optical engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for director optical engineer in the United States is $143,611.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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Infographic showing various Director Optical Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $143,611 per year, or $69 per hour.

Optical Engineer

Littleton, MA • On-site

Precision Optics Corporation Inc
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$131K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Description:
  • This position requires someone knowledgeable in the areas of Optical System Design across the Visible to Infra-red spectrum including: optical analysis, simulation, design, and realization of solutions to Visible, Laser, Imaging and Illumination systems requirements. 
  • Responsibilities include concept development, optical system architecture, system trade-off analysis, requirements definition and flow down, analysis and test and evaluation of optical performance parameters at both the component and system level. 
  • Analytical skills should be complimented by an ability to substantially direct or lead system integration and test activities. Outstanding communication skills are required to convey technical ideas to both the customer community and to engineering peers. 
  • Supervision of a technical design team and preparation of cost estimates and schedules for proposed activities are additional anticipated duties for more senior levels. 
Requirements:
  • Lens design experience including tolerancing and direct involvement with the manufacture, assembly, and troubleshooting of systems. 
  • Optical and Electro-optical System performance modeling including imaging and radiometric/photometric properties, tolerance performance. More senior levels should have an additional understanding of advanced properties such as stray light, signal to noise, polarization, practical physical optics, and design and specification for more advanced optical fabrication such as diamond turning, MRF, and precision molding. 
  • Direct system experience in designs involving imaging and illumination.
  • Familiar with the application and use of metrology equipment including: interferometers, spectrometers, image analysis (MTF), radiometers, blackbodies, etc.

 Required Skills 

  • Optical design software (e.g. Zemax or Code V)
  • General Purpose Modeling and Analysis Software (e.g. Matlab or MathCAD)
  • Microsoft Office™ suite of applications

 Desired Skills 

  • Imager system modeling software (e.g. NVTherm, SSCAM)
  • Non-sequential raytrace software(e.g. FRED)
  • Image analysis and acquisition software (e.g. Matrox MIL, LabView)
  • Lens system measurement equipment (e.g. MTF bench, nodal bench)
  • Matlab Image Processing Toolbox
  • Color accuracy analysis

Education and Experience Requirements 

BS in a related field and minimum 4 years relevant experience or MS in a related field and minimum 3 years relevant experience