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HyperLight

Product Engineer, Custom

Cambridge, MA · On-site +1

$90K - $180K/yr

... optical components across AI/datacom infrastructure, hyperscale computing, quantum computing ... Flexible hybrid or remote work and vacation policies. * Commuter Benefits and Subsidy.

MNF Global

Remote Patent Attorney or Patent Agent

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$170K - $300K/yr

... optics, and materials science sectors . Firm seeks a highly motivated and driven person who will be compensated based purely on their productivity. As the chosen Patent Attorney or Agent, you'll ...

L3HHCM20

Principal Program Manager

Wilmington, MA · On-site +1

$153K - $284K/yr

... Remote Sensing for commercial and Government customers. Essential Functions: Management of large, complex programs involving advanced electro-optical technology for space applications that are of ...

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How much do remote optical jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote optical in Boston, MA is $23.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.74 and $25.34 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical workday look like for a Remote Optical Technician?

As a Remote Optical Technician, your daily responsibilities often include reviewing patient prescriptions, conducting virtual fittings or measurements, verifying order accuracy, and providing remote customer support via phone or video conferencing. You may collaborate with optometrists, optical labs, or retail teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure expedited order fulfillment. The work is typically computer-based and may involve flexible shifts, allowing you to serve patients from various locations. This remote role combines technical tasks with frequent digital communication, making strong organization and self-management important for success.

What is a Remote Optical job?

A Remote Optical job involves performing optical-related tasks, such as eyewear fitting, lens recommendations, or vision assessments, from a remote location. Professionals in this role may assist customers via video calls, phone, or online platforms to provide optical guidance. This job is common in tele-optometry, online eyewear retailers, and virtual optical consultations. It allows optical professionals to work flexibly without being physically present in a store or clinic.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Optical position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Optical Technician, you need a solid background in optical sciences or optometry support, experience with lens fabrication or prescription validation, and sometimes a relevant certification such as ABO (American Board of Opticianry) certification. Proficiency with digital lens measurement tools, remote diagnostic platforms, and practice management systems is important for efficiently performing remote duties. Strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills help you effectively serve patients and collaborate with other eye care professionals from a distance. These abilities ensure accuracy and reliability in optical services while maintaining a high standard of patient care remotely.

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Infographic showing various Remote Optical job openings in Boston, MA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,445 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Sr Technical Manager, Space Hardware (Space Optical Systems) : Sign-on bonus ($50K max)

L3HHCM20

Wilmington, MA • On-site, Remote

$146K - $271K/yr

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Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Sr Technical Manager, Space Hardware (Space Optical Systems) : Sign-on bonus ($50K max)

Job Code: 36579

Job Location: Wilmington, MA or Rochester, NY

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants

Sign-On Bonus: A sign-on bonus of up to $50K may be included as part of an offer package for this level

Job Description:

Join L3Harris Space Systems and help shape the future of space innovation. In this role, you'll lead the hardware development of advanced space-based ISR and remote sensing technologies that support critical government, civil, and commercial missions. As a Technical Manager, you'll guide a high-performing engineering team in creating sophisticated opto-mechanical space systems and precision mechanisms that operate in some of the most demanding environments imaginable.

This is an opportunity to make a real impact-combining technical leadership with team development to bring complex space payload solutions from early concept through design, build, and launch. We're looking for a strong mechanical engineering leader who thrives on solving challenging problems, driving innovation, and inspiring teams to deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the design of high-precision spaceflight hardware, including opto-mechanical structures, mechanisms, tooling, and fixtures
  • Provide technical leadership across requirements, concept development, design trades, detailed design, analysis, documentation, integration, and test
  • Guide and mentor engineers, allocate resources, improve processes, and support strategic planning
  • Lead technical reviews, present designs to customers and reviewers, and coordinate with suppliers and cross-functional teams
  • Support manufacturing and production with tooling, fixturing, test equipment, and shop aids
  • Contribute to proposals, estimates, schedules, and engineering change activities
  • Manage hiring, employee development, performance, and team engagement
  • Ensure projects meet customer commitments for cost, schedule, and technical performance
  • Position will require some travel (less than 10%)

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program and 12+ years of relevant experience, or graduate degree and 10+ years, or 16+ years of related experience without a degree
  • Professional experience in mechanical design for military developmental programs
  • Professional experience leading engineering functional teams through design, analysis, test, hardware build, delivery, and launch
  • Professional experience in guiding/incorporating thermal or structural modeling and design methods, tools and results into a mechanical design
  • Professional experience in 3D computer aided design tools
  • Professional experience with project management including budget, schedule, and risk management
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Active security clearance is desired
  • Experience with optical systems
  • Experience with space structures, mechanisms, and high-reliability hardware
  • Familiarity with the 3D CAD tool CREO
  • Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis,
  • Experience executing root cause analyses and corrective action plans
  • Experience executing within quality systems such as AS9100
  • Experience with developmental programs within the Space industry

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC areas is $146,000.00 - $271,000.00. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, Vermont and Virginia is $126,500.00 - $235,500.00 This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements

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