Optical Engineer

Job Title – Staff Optic Engineer

Location: Blacksburg, Virginia ( Relocation $$ Available )
Base Salary – $150,000 – $180,000

Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense

Job Category: Engineering – Other Engineering

Job Details:

As a Staff Optics Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for the design, development, testing, and support of advanced fiber-optic, laser, and electro-optic technologies used in mission-critical aerospace and defense applications.

You will leverage deep expertise in optical systems and fiber-optic technologies to develop innovative solutions supporting new product development and existing products throughout their lifecycle.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree

7 years of experience in optical system design, development, and testing.

Experience using Zemax for optical design, simulation, and optimization.

Experience developing and integrating fiber-optic technologies and devices.

Strong understanding of laser systems, optical alignment techniques, and imaging-based systems.

Experience creating technical documentation, test procedures, and manufacturing processes.

Knowledge of applicable standards related to lasers, fiber-optics, and optical manufacturing processes.

Ability to troubleshoot complex optical and electro-optical systems.

Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance and access U.S. export-controlled information.

Pay: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person