ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Optical Experts Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Ametek

Optics Manufacturing Engineer

Middlefield, CT

$90K/yr

Are you ready to collaborate with leading experts in optical engineering and contribute to the next level of precision and excellence? At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core ...

Ametek

Optics Manufacturing Engineer

Middlefield, CT · On-site

$125K - $161K/yr

Are you ready to collaborate with leading experts in optical engineering and contribute to the next level of precision and excellence? At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core ...

Ametek

Optics Manufacturing Engineer

Middlefield, CT · On-site

$90K/yr

Are you ready to collaborate with leading experts in optical engineering and contribute to the next level of precision and excellence? At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core ...

Atom Computing

Principal Optical Engineer

Boulder, CO

$160K - $185K/yr

You will collaborate closely with physicists and subject matter experts to architect the optical assemblies and modules essential for our next-generation neutral atom quantum computers. This position ...

Atom Computing

Principal Optical Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

You will collaborate closely with physicists and subject matter experts to architect the optical assemblies and modules essential for our next-generation neutral atom quantum computers. This position ...

Atom Computing

Principal Optical Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$160K - $185K/yr

You will collaborate closely with physicists and subject matter experts to architect the optical assemblies and modules essential for our next-generation neutral atom quantum computers. This position ...

Kintara

Precision Optics Integration Specialist

Adrian, MI · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

... optical requirements. Culture & Environment We value builders who learn quickly, communicate openly, and elevate team results. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with experts across disciplines, gain ...

New

Amazon

Optical Network Dev Engineer, DCNE

Seattle, WA

$146K - $190K/yr

... experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to ... Key job responsibilities As an Optical Network Development Engineer working within AWS ...

Amazon

Optical Network Dev Engineer, DCNE

Seattle, WA

$146K - $190K/yr

... experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to ... Key job responsibilities As an Optical Network Development Engineer working within AWS ...

Amazon

Optical Network Dev Engineer, DCNE

Seattle, WA · On-site

$146K - $190K/yr

... experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to ... Key job responsibilities As an Optical Network Development Engineer working within AWS ...

Amazon

Optical Network Dev Engineer, DCNE

Seattle, WA

$146K - $190K/yr

... experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You'll collaborate with people across AWS to ... Key job responsibilities As an Optical Network Development Engineer working within AWS ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsOptical Experts Jobs

Optical Experts information

See salary details

$11

$21

$37

How much do optical experts jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for optical experts in the United States is $21.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optical Experts vs Optical Technicians?

AspectOptical ExpertsOptical Technicians
CredentialsOften require specialized training or certifications in optics or related fieldsTypically need technical diplomas or certifications in optical technology
Work EnvironmentWork in labs, research facilities, or specialized optical companiesWork in retail stores, clinics, or manufacturing settings
Job RoleDesign, analyze, and develop optical systems; provide expert consultationAssist with optical device assembly, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting

Optical Experts focus on advanced design and analysis of optical systems, often requiring specialized certifications and working in research or high-tech environments. Optical Technicians support manufacturing and maintenance tasks, typically working in retail or production settings. While both roles involve optics, Optical Experts have a more specialized and analytical focus compared to the hands-on technical support provided by Optical Technicians.

More about Optical Experts jobs
What cities are hiring for Optical Experts jobs? Cities with the most Optical Experts job openings:
What states have the most Optical Experts jobs? States with the most job openings for Optical Experts jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Optical Experts jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Optical Experts jobs are:
Optical Experts jobs near you
Infographic showing various Optical Experts job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 33% Full Time, 38% Part Time, 26% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,592 per year, or $21.4 per hour.
Optical Fabrication Technician

Optical Fabrication Technician

Kelly Services

West Henrietta, NY • On-site

$28 - $31/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted yesterday

Job description

Optical Fabrication Technician | $25-$31/hr + 10% Shift Differential | B Shift
 Location: West Henrietta, NY ( not bus line accessible)
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire or Direct Hire (based on experience)
Pay:
  • $25.00-$28.00/hr + 10% shift differential (Candidates with foundational optical fabrication experience)
  • $28.00-$31.00/hr + 10% shift differential (Candidates with advanced optical fabrication and CNC optics experience)

Shift:
  • B Shift | Monday-Friday | 2:00 PM-10:30 PM

Kelly is seeking an Optical Fabrication Technician to join a leading precision optics manufacturer in West Henrietta, NY. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in optical fabrication, CNC machining, precision grinding, polishing, or other high-precision manufacturing environments.
Responsibilities
  • Operate CNC curve generation and centering equipment to fabricate precision optical components.
  • Perform lens blocking, beveling, hand grinding, and polishing operations.
  • Inspect optical components using precision metrology equipment to verify specifications and tolerances.
  • Read and follow work instructions, blueprints, and manufacturing specifications.
  • Maintain equipment, tools, and work areas to support quality and safety standards.
  • Follow cleanroom procedures and PPE requirements.
  • Support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Minimum of two years of optical fabrication or related precision manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Experience operating CNC fabrication, grinding, polishing, or precision machining equipment.
  • Experience using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, interferometers, or other metrology equipment.
  • Knowledge of optical fabrication, lens manufacturing, grinding, polishing, or centering processes preferred.
  • Basic computer skills; experience with MRP systems such as JDE is a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work within tight tolerances.

Preferred Backgrounds
  • Optical Manufacturing
  • Photonics
  • Precision Machining
  • Aerospace
  • Medical Device Manufacturing
  • Semiconductor Manufacturing
  • Scientific Instruments
  • Precision Glass Manufacturing

Why Kelly?
  • Weekly pay
  • Temp-to-Hire and Direct Hire opportunities available
  • Competitive pay with shift differential
  • Clean, high-tech manufacturing environment
  • Career growth opportunities

Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Get a complete career fit with Kelly®.

You’re looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we’re here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.

Apply