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Mesh Optical Technologies

Optical Test Engineer

Gardena, CA

$120K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

OPTICAL TEST ENGINEER Mesh Optical Technologies was founded on the belief that optical photons will ... Paid parental leave and flexible PTO (3 weeks accrued vacation and 10 company holidays per year ...

Mesh Optical Technologies

Optical Test Engineer

Gardena, CA · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

OPTICAL TEST ENGINEER Mesh Optical Technologies was founded on the belief that optical photons will ... Paid parental leave and flexible PTO (3 weeks accrued vacation and 10 company holidays per year ...

NextHop AI

Optical Test Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$152K - $197K/yr

As an Optical Test Engineer, you'll be responsible for the qualification, validation, and system-level testing of high-speed optical modules (e.g., 400G, 800G, 1.6T) used in advanced datacenter and ...

NextHop AI

Optical Test Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

$152K - $197K/yr

As an Optical Test Engineer, you'll be responsible for the qualification, validation, and system-level testing of high-speed optical modules (e.g., 400G, 800G, 1.6T) used in advanced datacenter and ...

Lumilens

Optical Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$151K - $195K/yr

  • Medical

  • Vision

About the Role - Optical Product Test Engineer As an Optical Product Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in validating and ensuring the quality of Lumilens' photonic components, modules, and ...

Lumilens

Optical Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

  • Medical

  • Vision

About the Role - Optical Product Test Engineer As an Optical Product Test Engineer, you will play a vital role in validating and ensuring the quality of Lumilens' photonic components, modules, and ...

CACI International, Inc.

Optical Test Engineer

Los Gatos, CA · On-site

$86K - $181K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Optical Test Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to ... You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and ...

Koch Industries

Optical System Test Engineer

Fremont, CA · On-site

$130K - $180K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Your Job As an Optical System Test Engineer you'll lead systems engineering and lab management for ... DWDM systems (fixed and flexible grid) * Coherent optical transmission systems * Optical ...

Lumilens

Optical Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$151K - $195K/yr

  • Medical

  • Vision

About the Role - Optical Product Test Engineer As an Optical Product Test Engineer, you will play a vital role in validating and ensuring the quality of Lumilens' photonic components, modules, and ...

Rivet Industries

Optical Test Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$150K - $185K/yr

  • PTO

C. 1324b(a)(3). Summary As an Optical Test Engineer, you will own the characterization, calibration, and validation of advanced optical sensing and display systems. You'll design and automate ...

Neurophos

Optical Test Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$65 - $95/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Overview The Optical Test Engineer is responsible for executing structured test plans to characterize metasurface-based photonic devices at both the die and wafer levels. They will perform ...

Impulse Space

Optical Test Engineer II

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$115K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Optical Test Engineer II Department: Assembly, Integration & Test Employment Type: Full Time ... Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed Additional Information: Compensation bands are ...

Neurophos Inc

Optical Test Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Overview The Optical Test Engineer is responsible for executing structured test plans to characterize metasurface-based photonic devices at both the die and wafer levels. They will perform ...

Impulse Space

Optical Test Engineer II

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$115K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Optical Test Engineer II Department: Assembly, Integration & Test Employment Type: Full Time ... Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed Additional Information: Compensation bands are ...

Impulsespace

Optical Test Engineer II

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$115 - $165/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Optical Test Engineer II Department: Assembly, Integration & Test Employment Type: Full Time ... Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed Additional Information Compensation bands are ...

Nokia

Staff-Optical Test Engineer

Allentown, PA · On-site

$118K - $220K/yr

The benefits include a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, opportunities for ... optical and/or electrical test engineering, with a focus on complex system-level test station ...

SpaceX

Optical Test Engineer (Integration & Test)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

OPTICAL TEST ENGINEER (INTEGRATION & TEST) The Space Lasers Test team designs, builds, and operates the systems used to validate the space lasers system as well as other optical payloads (imagers and ...

SpaceX

Optical Test Engineer (Integration & Test)

Redmond, WA

$115K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

OPTICAL TEST ENGINEER (INTEGRATION & TEST) The Space Lasers Test team designs, builds, and operates the systems used to validate the space lasers system as well as other optical payloads (imagers and ...

SpaceX

Optical Test Engineer (Integration & Test)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$115K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

OPTICAL TEST ENGINEER (INTEGRATION & TEST) The Space Lasers Test team designs, builds, and operates the systems used to validate the space lasers system as well as other optical payloads (imagers and ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for flexible optical test engineer in the United States is $44.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.41 and $52.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Flexible Optical Test Engineer vs Optical Test Engineer?

AspectFlexible Optical Test EngineerOptical Test Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; certifications like Certified Optical Test ProfessionalBachelor's in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; similar certifications
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, manufacturing facilities, R&D centersLaboratories, manufacturing facilities, R&D centers
Industry UsageTelecommunications, fiber optics, data centersTelecommunications, fiber optics, data centers

Flexible Optical Test Engineers focus on testing adaptable optical components and systems, often requiring flexibility in testing methods. Optical Test Engineers perform standard testing of optical devices, ensuring quality and performance. Both roles share similar credentials and work environments but differ in scope and flexibility of testing procedures.

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Optical Test Engineer

Mesh Optical Technologies

Gardena, CA

$120K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

OPTICAL TEST ENGINEER

Mesh Optical Technologies was founded on the belief that optical photons will be at the center of advanced technologies in the coming century. Making advanced technology ubiquitous means building at scale, and that's exactly what we're doing at Mesh.

Scaling advanced photonics demands test and measurement systems as sophisticated as the devices themselves. We are seeking an Optical Test Engineer to design, build, and validate the optical test infrastructure that ensures our products meet rigorous performance, yield, and reliability standards-from wafer-level characterization through integrated module validation. You will be the critical link between design intent and production reality, turning data into actionable insight across every stage of our manufacturing pipeline.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Partner with PIC design, electrical, mechanical and test teams to define requirements for production and develop test approaches for complex hardware
  • Design, build, and validate optical test systems including imaging, microscopy, polarimetry, profilometry, and interferometry
  • Compile and analyze data sets to identify trends in performance
  • Assist with validation activities, including performance characterization at the wafer-, die-, and integrated module level
  • Work with internal engineering teams and suppliers to identify drivers of performance, yield, reliability, and quality issues
  • Review designs for manufacturability; drive integration build flow, test operations, and execution readiness

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, optical engineering, applied physics or an engineering discipline
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience in optics, photonics, lasers, or test
  • Working knowledge of lasers, photodiodes, fiber optics, optical test/troubleshooting methods, and signal integrity fundamentals
  • Hands-on experience with optical test equipment (e.g., power meters, interferometers, spectrum analyzers)
  • 1+ years of programming experience (e.g., C++, LabVIEW, and/or Python)
  • Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as needed

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

  • Master's degree or PhD in electrical engineering, optical engineering, applied physics or an engineering discipline
  • Experience in optical lab or production environments with strong attention to detail
  • Proficiency with optical design/analysis tools (e.g., Zemax)
  • Experience integrating and testing electrical and/or avionics systems
  • Experience with documentation practices and configuration management
  • Hands-on experience with electro-optic wafer- and die-level test systems
  • Hands-on familiarity with optical/RF test equipment (e.g., spectrum analyzers, VNAs, VSGs, high-speed oscilloscopes, BERTs)
  • Experience writing test plans and procedures, and delivering go/no-go decisions with clear rationale
  • CAD proficiency (NX preferred)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Pay range: 
Optical Test Engineer: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00/per year

Title and base salary are determined on a case by case basis commensurate with experience and merit.

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.
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance with significant cost covered by the company for yourself and dependents.
  • Paid parental leave and flexible PTO (3 weeks accrued vacation and 10 company holidays per year).
  • 401(k) retirement plan access.
  • Relocation assistance to sunny Los Angeles.

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