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Koch Industries

Optical Automation Engineer

Bridgewater, NJ · On-site

$125K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... bandwidth, and flexible optical networks. Our Bridgewater location is home to a large ... Support and improve automated optical test systems used for development and validation. * Work ...

Nokia

Optical Test Development Engineer

Allentown, PA

$127K - $164K/yr

As an Optical Test Development Engineer, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of optical technology. Your expertise will be instrumental in creating innovative testing methodologies and ...

Nokia

Optical Test Development Engineer

Allentown, PA · On-site

$88K - $163K/yr

As an Optical Test Development Engineer, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of optical technology. Your expertise will be instrumental in creating innovative testing methodologies and ...

CACI International Inc.

$87 - $182/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... test sites within the US.*Desired:** Master's degree in physics or optical engineering ... You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and ...

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Nokia

Optical Test Development Engineer

Allentown, PA · On-site

$88K - $163K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As an Optical Test Development Engineer, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of optical technology. Your expertise will be instrumental in creating innovative testing methodologies and ...

Nokia

Optical Test Development Engineer

Allentown, PA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As an Optical Test Development Engineer, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of optical technology. Your expertise will be instrumental in creating innovative testing methodologies and ...

IonQ

Senior Photonics Test Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$126K - $166K/yr

Hands-on experience with room-temperature optical test setups Preferred Qualifications: * 5+ years ... Strong programming skills for data analysis and experimental automation software, and experience ...

Koch Industries

Optical Process Engineer

Bridgewater, NJ · On-site

$150K - $190K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... flexible optical networks. In Bridgewater, we serve global clients in telecom and datacom ... Responsible for developing and improving manual and automated assembly and test processes such as ...

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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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Infographic showing various Flexible Optical Test Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 29% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,027 per year, or $44.2 per hour.

Optical Test Engineer, AI Satellites (Starmind)

SpaceX

Bastrop, TX • On-site

$128K - $166K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 149 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
OPTICAL TEST ENGINEER, AI SATELLITES (STARMIND)
SpaceX is leveraging its experience deploying and operating the world's largest satellite constellation to develop Starmind, a new constellation of satellites capturing solar energy in space to power low-cost, high-performance AI compute for Earth. Realizing this vision demands highly reliable, high performance electrical hardware ranging from power electronics, high speed digital systems, mixed signal designs, robust avionics, networking, and custom compute electronics. These systems must operate in the extreme environment of space while delivering the connectivity, control, power distribution, and processing needed for orbital AI inference. As we continue to upgrade and expand the constellation, we're looking for best-in-class engineers to join the team.
As an Optical Test Engineer you will be responsible for designing, building, and operating optical metrology equipment to validate optical flight hardware. This role will interface closely with the design and production teams to validate that hardware meets the design intent. In this role, you will need to automate test procedures and data collection for high volume products, as well as train other team members on the operation of optical test and metrology equipment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design, build, and operate optical metrology and test systems
  • Use test data to troubleshoot issues with optical flight hardware
  • Automate optical test equipment and data collection
  • Instruct technicians on operation of test equipment
  • Inform optical flight hardware designs to enable efficient test operations
  • Apply optics and photonics knowledge to laser communication system trades and component development, including design, analysis, and validation
  • Participate in validation testing, including performance characterization, lot acceptance testing, design qualification testing and reliability testing
  • Develop test plans and maintain design specifications and capabilities data
  • Design test fixtures for engineering and production tests
  • Develop production procedures and processes and manage the transition of parts and assemblies from development to high-rate production
  • Execute design for manufacturability changes to enhance production efficiency

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in physics or an engineering discipline
  • 2+ years of hands-on laboratory or work experience in optics, photonics, laser technology (university lab, student project, or internship experience qualifies)

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
  • Master's degree or PhD in physics or an engineering discipline
  • Hands-on experience with optical test equipment (power meters, interferometers, laser sources, etc.)
  • Proficiency with optical analysis tools such as ZEMAX
  • Knowledge of and experience in lasers, photodiodes, fiber optics, optical alignment/troubleshooting techniques, and signal integrity principles
  • Knowledge of and experience in digital communication protocols, test and measurement, and troubleshooting
  • Experience designing and building custom optical assemblies
  • Experience designing, developing, or testing space qualified hardware
  • Basic proficiency in CAD and knowledge of mechanical engineering fundamentals
  • Proficiency in programming languages (Python, C/C++) and software version control
  • Strong sense of accountability and integrity
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to lift heavy objects, up to 25 Ibs. unassisted
  • Willing to work weekend and extended hours as needed

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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Hawthorne, CA, US

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