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Teradyne

Optical Systems Engineer

Reading, MA · On-site

$111K - $178K/yr

Opportunity Overview As an Optical Systems Engineer, you will support the development of advanced optical and optoelectronic systems, contributing across system design, laboratory validation, and ...

Teradyne

Optical Systems Engineer

North Reading, MA

$111K - $178K/yr

Opportunity Overview As an Optical Systems Engineer, you will support the development of advanced optical and optoelectronic systems, contributing across system design, laboratory validation, and ...

Encode

Optical Engineer with Security Clearance

Lexington, MA · On-site

$144K - $186K/yr

We are seeking an Optical AI&T Engineer to design, assemble, integrate, and test advanced optical and electro-optical systems. Responsibilities include optical alignment, system integration, test ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for weekend optical engineer in Boston, MA is $156,019.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $140,100.00 and $181,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectWeekend Optical EngineerPart-Time Optical Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in optics, physics, or engineering; relevant certificationsHigh school diploma or associate degree; technical certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentOptical labs, research facilities, or manufacturing plants, primarily on weekendsOptical retail stores, labs, or clinics, often in retail hours
Employer & IndustryOptical manufacturing companies, research institutionsOptical retail stores, healthcare providers
Work ScheduleWeekend shifts, part-time hours, project-basedPart-time, flexible hours, often weekends or evenings

The Weekend Optical Engineer typically requires a higher level of technical education and works in specialized environments like labs or manufacturing facilities. In contrast, the Part-Time Optical Technician often works in retail or healthcare settings with more flexible hours. Both roles may involve optical device handling but differ in scope, environment, and credentials.

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Senior Optical Engineer, AI&T

Senior Optical Engineer, AI&T

Anduril Industries

Lexington, MA

$144K - $187K/yr

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Posted 7 days ago

Anduril rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Anduril

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7.4

Company rating compared to similar companies: 7.4 out of 10

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Job description

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Anduril Imaging team develops state-of-the-art imaging systems across both hardware and software, deployed to tackle the most significant security challenges of America and its allies. The team is heavily involved in utilizing computer vision, perception, electro-optical, infrared, and sensor data to give our war fighters and allies an advantage.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Imaging team is seeking an Optical Engineer to focus on assembly, integration, and testing in support of a new product lines. In this role, you will work closely with an interdisciplinary technical team to own procurement, optical assembly, integration, and test activities as we mature prototypes into products. Successful candidates will have experience building, validating, and delivering environmentally rugged optical systems in both prototype and production environments.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Lead the assembly, integration and test for novel optical systems
  • Work with optical suppliers to procure optical elements, including regular status updates, technical oversight, acceptance test verification, and anomaly resolutions.
  • Generate alignment plans and procedures
  • Align optical systems with equipment including autocollimators, theodolites, alignment telescopes, interferometers, lens alignment stations, and various other mechanical methods
  • Manage integration and test vendors to successfully scale production of complex infrared assemblies.
  • Develop and review test setups, procedures, and data to transition products and systems from R&D to production
  • Evaluate and analyze prototype and production optical system performance errors to determine root cause
  • Interface with test and evaluation teams to qualify optical performance through lab, field, and airborne testing.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • BS in Engineering or Physics/Astronomy required with a concentration in Optics
  • 5+ years of experience with complex opto-mechanical systems, performing optical assembly, integration, and testing in the workforce
  • Knowledge of how electro-optical systems are specified, developed, manufactured, and tested
  • Experience with optical tolerancing, lens manufacturing methods, and drawing standards
  • Knowledge and experience laboratory testing including optical component testing experience (spectral transmission, interferometry, etc.), optical system alignment, and testing (EE, MTF, PSF, etc.)
  • Demonstrated experience in the integration, test, and performance requirements verification and validation of optical systems
  • Experience in prototype and production development, including requirements validation
  • Experience with optical design and analysis software (Zemax or CODE V)
  • Data analysis proficiency in Matlab, Python, or similiar
  • Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • MS or PhD in Optics
  • Demonstrated first principles approach to complex opto-mechanical problems
  • Knowledge of image quality metrics and data analysis methods
  • Experience with the test and evaluation of optical systems through thermally and vibrationally dynamic environments.
  • Demonstrated team leadership experience and mentoring of junior staff
  • Knowledge of common materials used in infrared optical systems and limitations of fabrication methods of optics (molded, polished, diamond turned)
  • Strong optomechanical engineering background, with experience in lens bonding and retention, athermalization, and mount design.
  • Experience with Zygo MX, 4D 4Sight, or Apre Reveal interferometry software

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Anduril Industries is a trailblazer in the technology industry based in Costa Mesa, CA, US. Founded in 2017 by Palmer Luckey, the creator of Oculus VR, the company focuses on developing innovative technology to equip and empower those in the defense sector. Its primary products include cutting-edge autonomous systems and AI software that assist in combating threats to national and global security. The mission of Anduril Industries is to integrate technology and defense by building transformative, scalable solutions that ensure a safer world.

Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Costa Mesa, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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