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Koch Industries

Optical Test Engineer

Bridgewater, NJ · On-site

$131K - $170K/yr

Your Role We are seeking a highly motivated Optical Test Engineer to join our Fiber Optic Engineering team. This role is ideal for an engineer with who is interested in developing and advancing their ...

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 · 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 Systems Inc

Optical Test Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$150K - $194K/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 ...

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Mojo Vision

$141K - $161K/yr

The Optical Test Engineer will operate and troubleshoot sophisticated measurement systems, execute test plans, investigate technical issues, and help ensure the successful development of new ...

Mojo Vision

Optical Test Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$141K - $161K/yr

The Optical Test Engineer will operate and troubleshoot sophisticated measurement systems, execute test plans, investigate technical issues, and help ensure the successful development of new ...

Lumilens

Optical Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$151K - $195K/yr

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

Optical Test Engineer

Los Gatos, CA · On-site

$86K - $181K/yr

Optical Test Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel:

Lumilens

Optical Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$151K - $195K/yr

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 ...

Lumilens

Optical Test Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$151K - $195K/yr

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 ...

Rivet Industries

Optical Test Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$150K - $185K/yr

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 ...

Impulse Space

Optical Test Engineer II

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$115K - $165K/yr

Optical Test Engineer II Department: Assembly, Integration & Test Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Compensation: $115,000 - $165,000 / year Description As an Optical Test Engineer ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for locum optical test engineer in the United States is $51.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.07 and $58.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Locum optical test engineers are in moderate to high demand due to the need for specialized skills in optical systems testing and calibration. The demand is driven by ongoing advancements in optical technology and the temporary nature of locum roles, which often require quick onboarding and specific technical expertise.

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Optical Test Engineer

Gardena, CA • On-site

Mesh Optical Technologies
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$120K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, build, and validate optical test systems including imaging, microscopy, polarimetry, profilometry, and interferometry

  • Compile and analyze data sets to identify performance trends and assist with validation activities at wafer, die, and module levels

  • Partner with design, electrical, mechanical, and test teams to define requirements and develop test approaches for complex hardware

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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