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Muon Space

Staff Optical Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$166K - $223K/yr

... CA or Remote, developing infrared remote sensing instruments. The ideal candidate is a self ... Own and manage comprehensive optical error budgets and performance metrics, including image quality ...

The Aerospace Corporation

Optical Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site +1

$137K - $177K/yr

At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our ... Providing technical advice to management, customers, and contractors across the entirety of space ...

Muon Space

Staff Optical Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$166K - $223K/yr

... CA or Remote, developing infrared remote sensing instruments. The ideal candidate is a self ... Own and manage comprehensive optical error budgets and performance metrics, including image quality ...

SAIC

Optical Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$132K - $171K/yr

TS/SCI with Poly Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a senior Multi ... S. and Foreign SDA optical capabilities • Frequently interacting with program managers, SETAs ...

QCi

$141K - $182K/yr

Manager Optical Engineering About Us Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative ... well as remote sensing applications. Position Description The Quantum Optical Engineer will ...

KCI Telecommunications

Optical Engineer

$132K - $170K/yr

Optical Network Engineer III W2 Only - No Sponsorship Offered Job Summary We are seeking a highly ... Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously * Experience ...

Muon Space

Senior Optical Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$166K - $223K/yr

About the role Muon seeks a Senior Optical Engineer to join our team developing infrared remote ... Previous experience in non-sequential ray tracing, thin-film design, or vendor technical management ...

IDEX

Enterprise Optical Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site +1

$127K - $165K/yr

Supports the commercial, program management, and site teams to drive growth and meet new market ... Experience with optical component and/or optical assembly manufacturing, including metrology ...

Vultr

Senior Optical Engineer

$125K - $135K/yr

... first year remote office setup + $400 each following year for new equipment * Internet ... Strong understanding of optical impairments, amplification, dispersion, and wavelength management

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How much do remote optical manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote optical manager in the United States is $73,209.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $76,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Optical Manager vs Optical Sales Representative?

AspectRemote Optical ManagerOptical Sales Representative
CredentialsOptical-related certifications, management experienceSales experience, optical product knowledge
Work EnvironmentRemote management, administrative tasksIn-store or client-facing sales
Industry UsageOptical clinics, eyewear companiesOptical retail stores, eyewear brands

The Remote Optical Manager typically oversees optical operations remotely, focusing on staff management and administrative duties, requiring management skills and optical certifications. In contrast, an Optical Sales Representative primarily engages with customers directly, promoting eyewear products and sales. Both roles are common in the optical industry but differ in responsibilities, work environment, and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Remote Optical Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,209 per year, or $35.2 per hour.

Staff Optical Engineer

Muon Space

Mountain View, CA • On-site, Remote

$166K - $223K/yr

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Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

About the role

Muon seeks a Staff Optical Engineer to act as a technical lead on our team in Mountain View, CA or Remote, developing infrared remote sensing instruments. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated expert with a versatile skill set, comfortable diving into everything from conceptual design and error budgeting to precision optical metrology and rigorous hardware execution. In this role, you will be the definitive technical authority for a new optical subsystem, owning the performance metrics while defining and driving the hands-on assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) of critical optical and optomechanical subsystems. Previous experience driving end-to-end optical development, managing stringent performance budgets, and integrating complex electro-optical systems in a fast-paced, small-team environment is required.

Responsibilities
  • Own the delivery of optical subsystems to the instrument program as the primary technical lead.
  • Own and manage comprehensive optical error budgets and performance metrics, including image quality (MTF, WFE), stray light, and radiometric throughput (BOL/EOL transmission) from conceptual design through hardware build and test.
  • Collaborate with systems engineering to support cross-functional technical budgets, including thermal constraints and line-of-sight pointing/jitter, ensuring adequate margins throughout development.
  • Define and drive the strategy for optical instrument assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) planning and implementation, leading collaboration across cross-functional teams.
  • Support subsystem and instrument level functional, performance, and environmental testing (including vibration, thermal-vacuum/TVAC, and thermal stress).
  • Champion the continuous improvement of testing methodologies, tools, and best practices to enhance overall efficiency and reliability in instrument development.
Qualifications
  • Ph.D. and 5+ years of experience developing imaging systems and infrared remote sensing instruments within a multi-disciplinary environment; or M.S. and 8+ years industry experience; or B.S. and 10+ years industry experience.
  • Expertise in optical design and analysis (Zemax, Code V, FRED), including interpreting STOP analysis, allocating error budgets, and developing component specifications with vendors.
  • Extensive hands-on experience with precision optical metrology, advanced AI&T execution, root cause analysis, and rigorous test data reporting.
  • Software proficiency in one or more languages (e.g., Python, C++) for data analysis and automation.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership and project management skills, with the ability to clearly communicate and collaborate across optomechanical, mechanical, and thermal teams.
  • Ability to obtain security clearance strongly preferred.
Nice-to-have Skills
  • Exposure to systems engineering, specifically requirements development and V&V.
  • Experience working in cleanroom environments.
  • Experience supporting integrated spacecraft-level environmental testing and launch campaigns.
Salary

The salary range for this role is $166,000 - $223,000, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process. 

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