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CompQsoft Inc

$143K - $186K/yr

Work with DISA Tier II optical engineers to identify, track, and develop solutions to complex network problems. * Mock-up equipment problems in the Test Lab to reproduce the problem and work toward a ...

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Optical Engineer

Somerville, MA · On-site

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You will work side by side with senior optical engineers and with the algorithm/software team, learning to translate their results into real optical hardware. This is an early-career role with real ...

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Staff Optical Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$135K - $175K/yr

Providing technical guidance, and mentorshipto optical engineers through design reviews, hands-on coaching, and identifying professional development opportunities. * Establishing and improving best ...

Applied Energetics, Inc

Senior Optical Engineer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$110K - $143K/yr

Work with other optical engineers to integrate optical subsystems into the overall platform by aligning the subsystems and validating their performance. * Troubleshooting optical issues during ...

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Senior Optical Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$135K - $175K/yr

Collaborating closely with physicists and optical, mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineers to support the full experimental and hardware development lifecycle, from early research ...

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Display Optical Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA

$173K/yr

... optical engineers for new display applications * Lead complex development projects by coordinating closely with diverse cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver state-of-the-art ...

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Optical Engineer

Somerville, MA · On-site

$140K - $182K/yr

You will work side by side with senior optical engineers and with the algorithm/software team, learning to translate their results into real optical hardware. This is an early-career role with real ...

Diffraqtion

Optical Engineer

Somerville, MA · On-site

$140K - $182K/yr

You will work side by side with senior optical engineers and with the algorithm/software team, learning to translate their results into real optical hardware. This is an early-career role with real ...

CACI International Inc.

Optical Engineer

Danbury, CT · On-site

$86K - $181K/yr

Work in a group of optical engineers solving challenging technical problemsWork in inter-disciplinary groups on complex optical system design, manufacture, test, and alignmentGain hands-on and ...

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Display Optical Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$173K - $245K/yr

... optical engineers for new display applications • Lead complex development projects by coordinating closely with diverse cross-functional teams and external partners to deliver state-of-the-art ...

CompQsoft Inc

$143K - $186K/yr

Work with DISA Tier II optical engineers to identify, track, and develop solutions to complex network problems. * Mock-up equipment problems in the Test Lab to reproduce the problem and work toward a ...

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Optical Engineer (Early Career) - 069QE

San Diego, CA • Hybrid

Quartus Engineering
Engineering Professional Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about Quartus Engineeringexternal

$78K - $127K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

 About Quartus

Quartus Engineering Incorporated (www.quartus.com) is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.

About the Aerospace Sector

Quartus is a key contributor to aerospace advancements, specializing in engineering simulation and custom hardware. We’ve played a vital role in a diverse range of optical systems, launch vehicle and spacecraft projects involving design, analysis, testing, and hardware assembly and integration. Our aerospace sector expertise also includes aircraft structural design, analysis, and testing, including support for FAA certifications. Quartus excels in commercial and defense aircraft applications, as well as custom optical systems like laser communications terminals and lidar payloads with both aerial and space applications. 

What will you do?

As an Optical Engineer in our San Diego office, you will design, develop, analyze, and build optical systems on a project-by-project basis by applying principles in optics, photonics, mechanics, and materials science.

Essential Job Functions:

·       Design components and systems for both short-term and long-term solutions for customer applications.

·       Provide tolerance analysis and recommendations for tolerances required for system performance.

·       Analyze problems and design custom solutions

·       Provide reports in PowerPoint or word describing in detail the problem, design space, solutions, and limitations of a design.

·       Build test stations for evaluating system performances in a hands-on cleanroom environment.

·       Maintain professional and technical knowledge by consistently educating oneself in areas of science necessary for completing the projects and tasks at hand.

·       Educate other team members and engineers in optical science and other fundamental physics principles to build the technical capability of the company as a whole.

Location

Position is based in San Diego with a hybrid schedule.*

*The hybrid work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs including but not limited to training, performance, or other operational requirements. Any physical location change may impact future employment.

What are we looking for?

·       BS or MS in Optics, Physics, or similar Engineering field and 0-3 years of experience

·       Experience using optical CAD software (e.g. Zemax, FRED) and MATLAB

·       Experience with alignment and optical components for system integration, metrology, testing, etc.

·       Strong understanding on fundamental optical physics (imaging optics, non-imaging optics, fourier optics, diffractive optics, etc.)

·       Strong presentation skills and ability to articulate a fundamental understanding of an optical system to non-optical engineers.

·       US Person (US Citizen or US Permanent Resident)

Compensation and Benefits

Optical Engineer I pay range: $78,279 - $127,907*

*This range represents base pay. In addition, you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.

Referral eligibility: Tier 1

Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Quartus provides comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, discretionary performance-based bonus, employee stock ownership plan, medical, dental, vision, and 401k plan with company match.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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