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Optical Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Sr. Optical Designer /Analyst

Greenbelt, MD ยท On-site

$142K - $214K/yr

Title: Sr. Optical Designer /Analyst Position Summary KBR is looking for a Senior Level Optical or electro-optical Designer / Analyst who will work with other optical engineers in design, analysis ...

Lead Optical Engineer

Irvine, CA

$138K - $179K/yr

Conduct optical system modeling, simulation, and performance analysis using tools such as Zemax, Code V, FRED, or similar optical analysis software. * Develop and execute optical test plans to ...

Lead Optical Engineer

Irvine, CA ยท On-site

$139K - $179K/yr

Conduct optical system modeling, simulation, and performance analysis using tools such as Zemax, Code V, FRED, or similar optical analysis software. * Develop and execute optical test plans to ...

Lead Optical Engineer

Irvine, CA ยท On-site

$139K - $179K/yr

Conduct optical system modeling, simulation, and performance analysis using tools such as Zemax, Code V, FRED, or similar optical analysis software. * Develop and execute optical test plans to ...

Eng II - Optical

Merrimack, NH ยท On-site

$130K - $168K/yr

This will include the design, analysis, and measurement of optical subsystems. Responsibilities include the design and analysis of optical subsystems, and the testing and validation of prototype ...

Optical Engineer

Danbury, CT ยท On-site

$86K - $181K/yr

Perform optical analyses of individual optics or optical systems using commercial and in-house softwareWork with individuals from other disciplines (systems, mechanical, thermal, e.g.)Present ...

Optical Engineer

Danbury, CT ยท On-site

$86K - $181K/yr

Perform optical analyses of individual optics or optical systems using commercial and in-house software Work with individuals from other disciplines (systems, mechanical, thermal, e.g.) Present ...

Staff Optical Engineer

Orlando, FL ยท On-site

$120K - $155K/yr

In this role you will support the design, analysis, and realization of advanced LiDAR optical architectures. This role blends optical component ownership with significant interaction at the optical ...

Optical Engineer

Danbury, CT ยท On-site

$86K - $181K/yr

Gain hands-on and analytical experience with optics and optical systems * Potential to see complex opto-electronic systems from beginning to end of cycle. Responsibilities: * Perform optical analyses ...

Optical Engineer

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

You will contribute to optical system modeling and performance analysis, assist with design trades and system-level evaluations, and support the development of compact, high-performance payloads. You ...

Optical Engineer

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

You will contribute to optical system modeling and performance analysis, assist with design trades and system-level evaluations, and support the development of compact, high-performance payloads. You ...

Staff Optical Engineer

Orlando, FL ยท Hybrid

$120K - $155K/yr

In this role you will support the design, analysis, and realization of advanced LiDAR optical architectures. This role blends optical component ownership with significant interaction at the optical ...

Staff Optical Engineer

Orlando, FL ยท Hybrid

$120K - $155K/yr

In this role you will support the design, analysis, and realization of advanced LiDAR optical architectures. This role blends optical component ownership with significant interaction at the optical ...

Staff Optical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$161K - $221K/yr

Perform optical analyses including transmission, image quality, stray light, thermal effects, and environmental impacts on performance. * Work closely with mechanical, thermal, avionics, autonomy ...

Optical Engineer

National City, CA ยท On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

You will contribute to optical system modeling and performance analysis, assist with design trades and system-level evaluations, and support the development of compact, high-performance payloads. You ...

Optical Engineer

Rancho Santa Fe, CA ยท On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

You will contribute to optical system modeling and performance analysis, assist with design trades and system-level evaluations, and support the development of compact, high-performance payloads. You ...

Optical Engineer

Chula Vista, CA ยท On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

You will contribute to optical system modeling and performance analysis, assist with design trades and system-level evaluations, and support the development of compact, high-performance payloads. You ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for optical analyst in the United States is $73,261.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $87,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Optical Engineer

Littleton, MA โ€ข On-site

$131K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 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