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Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

That knowledge is key when it comes to the testing of electro-optic (EO) sensors, lasers, and High ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

That knowledge is key when it comes to the testing of electro-optic (EO) sensors, lasers, and High ... Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible ...

Sciton

Computer Vision (Software) Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

Collaborate on optical calibration, illumination design, image quality analysis, and system ... PART-TIME Full-Time POSITION Computer Vision (Software) Engineer LOCATION Palo Alto, HQ Pay Range ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Network Engineer

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

We are seeking a part-time Communications/Electronics/IT Professional, Network Engineer with a ... Ability to quickly analyze and resolve satellite and fiber optic network transmission issues * High ...

Goldbelt Frontier Llc

Network Engineer

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site +1

$50 - $60/hr

We are seeking a part-time Communications/Electronics/IT Professional, Network Engineer with a ... Ability to quickly analyze and resolve satellite and fiber optic network transmission issues * High ...

Goldbelt, Inc.

Network Engineer

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

We are seeking a part-time Communications/Electronics/IT Professional, Network Engineer with a ... Ability to quickly analyze and resolve satellite and fiber optic network transmission issues * High ...

United States Coast Guard

Electrician's Mate

Yorktown, VA · On-site

$22 - $30.25/hr

... programmable logic controllers, fiber optics, gyrocompass systems, power generation and speed control, and machinery plant control. * Both full-time and part-time Coast Guard-funded educational ...

United States Coast Guard

$23.50 - $32.25/hr

... programmable logic controllers, fiber optics, gyrocompass systems, power generation and speed control, and machinery plant control. * Both full-time and part-time Coast Guard-funded educational ...

United States Coast Guard

Electrician's Mate

Yorktown, VA · On-site

$22 - $30.25/hr

... programmable logic controllers, fiber optics, gyrocompass systems, power generation and speed control, and machinery plant control. * Both full-time and part-time Coast Guard-funded educational ...

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As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time optical engineer in the United States is $143,611.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Optical Engineer vs Optical Technician?

AspectPart Time Optical EngineerOptical Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in optics, physics, or engineeringAssociate's degree or technical certification in optics or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign, development, and testing of optical systems, often in labs or officesAssembly, alignment, and maintenance of optical devices, typically in labs or manufacturing settings
Industry UsageResearch institutions, optical companies, tech firmsManufacturers, labs, and repair facilities

Part Time Optical Engineers focus on designing and developing optical systems, requiring higher education and analytical skills. Optical Technicians handle assembly and maintenance tasks, often with technical certifications. Both roles are essential in the optics industry but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

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Adjunct Instructor - Quantum Programming & Quantum Optics

New York University

New York, NY • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 45 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

95th of 616 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
The Department of Applied Physics at the NYU School of Engineering is seeking a part-time, non-tenured adjunct instructor to teach one or more courses in our Quantum Technology minor and Quantum Science and Technology MS program. Depending on the semester, teaching assignments may include an introductory undergraduate course in quantum programming, a graduate-level course in quantum programming, and/or a graduate-level course in quantum optics. Candidates may be considered for a single course or multiple courses across terms, depending on availability and qualifications.
Responsibilities
  • Design and deliver course content, including lectures, problem sets, labs, and/or programming assignments, as appropriate to the course level
  • Develop and maintain a syllabus aligned with program learning outcomes
  • Hold regular office hours and respond to student inquiries in a timely manner
  • Evaluate student work and assign grades in accordance with university policy
  • Coordinate with program faculty and staff on curriculum alignment, scheduling, and any shared resources (e.g., lab or computing access)
  • Use university learning management and administrative systems as required

Course Offerings (subject to assignment)
  • Introduction to Quantum Programming - 2-credit undergraduate course (Quantum Technology minor); offered in Fall
  • Quantum Programming - 3-credit graduate course (Quantum MS); offered in Spring
  • Quantum Optics - 3-credit graduate course (Quantum MS); offered in Summer

Qualifications
  • A Ph.D. (or equivalent professional experience) in Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: quantum computing/programming, quantum information science, or quantum optics
  • Prior teaching, mentoring, or training experience preferred, at the undergraduate and/or graduate level
  • For courses involving programming, familiarity with relevant quantum software frameworks (e.g., Qiskit, Cirq, or similar) is desirable
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, current CV, and a brief statement indicating which course(s) and term(s) they are available to teach, along with any relevant teaching evaluations or materials if available.

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Since its founding in 1831, NYU has been an innovator in higher education, reaching out to an emerging middle class, embracing an urban identity and professional focus, and promoting a global vision that informs its 20 schools and colleges. Today, that trailblazing spirit makes NYU one of the most prominent and respected research universities in the world, featuring top-ranked academic programs and accepting fewer than one in eight undergraduates. Anchored in New York City and with degree-granting campuses in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai as well as 12 study away sites throughout the world, NYU is a leader in global education, with more international students and more students studying abroad than any other US university.

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