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Sierra Lobo, Inc.

Sr. Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

We are looking for an opto-mechanical engineer to join our growing team with the following qualifications: * BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or similar. 10-15 years of industry experience.

Viavi Solutions

Sr. Opto Mechanical Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$102K - $135K/yr

Duties & Responsibilities: Sr. Opto-Mechanical Engineer Advanced Optical Development Group SUMMARY VIAVI Solutions has a 100+ year history of technical innovations that have evolved to keep pace and ...

Sierra Lobo, Inc.

Sr. Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

We are looking for an opto-mechanical engineer to join our growing team with the following qualifications: Qualifications * BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or similar. 10-15 years of industry ...

Sierra Lobo, Inc.

Sr. Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$114K - $150K/yr

We are looking for an opto-mechanical engineer to join our growing team with the following qualifications: Qualifications * BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or similar. 10-15 years of industry ...

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How much do internship opto mechanical engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship opto mechanical engineer in the United States is $21.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Opto Mechanical Engineer vs Optical Engineer?

AspectInternship Opto Mechanical EngineerOptical Engineer
CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of engineering or related programBachelor's or higher in optical, electrical, or mechanical engineering
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often in labs or manufacturing facilitiesFull-time professional setting, R&D labs, or manufacturing
ResponsibilitiesAssisting in design, testing, and assembly of opto-mechanical systemsDesigning, analyzing, and improving optical systems and components

Internship Opto Mechanical Engineers are typically students or recent graduates gaining hands-on experience, focusing on supporting design and testing. Optical Engineers are experienced professionals responsible for developing and optimizing optical systems. The roles differ mainly in experience level and scope, with internships serving as entry points into the field.

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Sr. Opto-Mechanical Engineer

Pasadena, CA • On-site

Sierra Lobo, Inc.
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$114K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Sierra Lobo, offers customers a full range of professional and technical capabilities, including Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies.  We also develop products and processes related to Cryogenic Fluid and Thermal Management Systems, Densified Propellant Management Systems, and Prototype Extreme Pressure and Temperature Systems.  Our customers include the Department of Defense (DoD), the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).


Our Pasadena office is engaged in supporting JPL and commercial aerospace customers.  Our team specializes in the opto-mechanical design, analysis, test and fabrication of spaceflight imaging instruments.  We have been involved in numerous successful hyperspectral imager projects as well as other airborne and spaceflight optical instruments.  We are looking for an opto-mechanical engineer to join our growing team with the following qualifications:


  1. BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or similar. 10-15 years of industry experience.
  2. Experience using the Siemens NX CAD tool.
  3. Experience with mechanical drawing generation using GD&T principles.
  4. Experience performing detailed structural analysis of components and assemblies, including first order hand calculations and finite element analyses.
  5. Broad understanding of mechanical design principles and application. Ability and experience taking designs from requirement definition through drawing generation, fabrication, assembly, and test.
  6. Broad understanding of applicable industry and/or academic practices and standards in opto-mechanical systems including mounting optical elements and optical instrument structural design.
  7. Familiarity with optical design tools such as Zemax or FRED is a plus.
  8. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  9. Ability to work in a customer-focused team environment.
  10. Integration and test experience with spaceflight hardware a plus.

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