Optics Jobs

Serve as the Observational Systems Engineer supporting NRL's Ocean Sciences Branch at Stennis Space Center, leading deployments, calibration, maintenance, and repair of advanced oceanographic instrumentation during domestic and international research cruises.

Lead development of automated test systems and device characterization for MEMS-based silicon photonics at an early-stage optical switch startup.

Lead the specification, integration, and delivery of advanced optical payloads (OISL, optical time transfer, laser ranging) for a fast-moving LEO satellite program based in San Diego.

Silvaco seeks an Optics & Electromagnetics Intern to work remotely on computational lithography simulations, model calibration, and GPU‑accelerated tool development.

Arista Networks is hiring a Lead Optics Test Engineer to own ODVT and test automation for next-generation PAM4 and coherent optical transceivers in our Santa Clara lab.

The Administration for Children’s Services is hiring a Technology Site Engineer to lead site assessments and coordinate installation of telecom, cabling, power and data center infrastructure for new office builds and facilities.

Thorlabs is seeking motivated engineering and IT students for a paid Summer 2026 internship to develop hands-on photonics, mechanical design, and software skills across several U.S. locations.

Lead and mentor technicians in the maintenance, exchange, and commissioning of Integrated Optics Modules and final optics assemblies at LLNL’s National Ignition Facility.

IonQ is hiring a Senior Optical Engineer to design and deliver precision optical and laser subsystems for trapped-ion quantum computers in Bothell, WA.

Experienced, licensed Optometrist sought to perform thorough eye exams and represent Warby Parker's vision services at the 80th & Columbus New York store.

Experienced photonics engineering manager needed to lead cross-functional development of high-speed optoelectronic components at Thorlabs-UFO in Ann Arbor.

Marvell is hiring a Principal Optical Module Failure Analysis Engineer to lead in-depth root-cause investigations and corrective actions for optical modules while working closely with cross-functional teams and external labs.

Luminar is hiring a Director of Purchasing to lead global sourcing and supplier strategy for LiDAR systems, balancing cost, quality, and supply chain resilience across APAC and other markets.

Support and maintain enterprise network and audiovisual cabling and systems at the Army Research Laboratory, ensuring compliant, reliable connectivity and AV performance under an active DoD clearance.

Lead the design, build, and test of manufacturable optical systems that project large-scale laser beam arrays for Logiqal's neutral-atom quantum processors.

Join Logiqal’s founding physics team in Princeton to lead experimental system bring-up and calibration work toward building the first scaled neutral-atom quantum computer.

Logiqal seeks creative scientists and engineers in Princeton to help design, prototype, and scale the full-stack hardware and controls for the first scaled neutral-atom quantum computer.

Lead opto-mechanical engineering for ophthalmic diagnostic and visualization devices at Alcon's Lake Forest R&D site, driving high-precision designs, validation, and transition to manufacturing.

Contribute to cutting-edge quantum photonics R&D as a Quantum Optics Masters Intern performing experiment design, setup, measurements, and data analysis at our Malibu laboratory.

Lead the build-out and operation of an optical test and metrology lab at a long-established Oregon optics manufacturer, developing test systems, supervising staff, and ensuring production and prototype measurement accuracy.

Lead strategic sourcing and supplier development for machining, sheet metal, and optics at Teledyne FLIR Defense to improve cost, quality, and supply continuity.

Support NCTS Guam as a Project Coordinator handling telecom and IT ticketing, dispatch coordination, and status reporting to maintain secure, reliable Navy communications across the Indo-Pacific.

Velofi is hiring a Director of IT & Security Support to lead and scale technical and physical security support operations for its connectivity and security services.

Lead the architecture and detailed engineering of next-generation 1.6T+ optical transceivers at Arista, delivering high-speed module designs from concept through high-volume production.

Rivet Operations Company is hiring a Data Analyst to manage GIS and telecommunications planning, implement ArcGIS solutions, and ensure DoD/Navy-compliant, mission-ready communications at NCTS Guam.

Thorlabs is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer I to improve production workflows, support new product transfers, and implement quality and lean manufacturing practices at the Newton, NJ facility.

E2 Optics is hiring a hands-on QA/QC Coordinator in New Albany, OH to lead quality assurance, inspections, and continuous improvement across structured cabling and data center projects.

Southcoast Health is hiring an Endoscopy Technician to assist with endoscopic procedures and equipment reprocessing at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford.

Atom Computing is hiring a Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer to lead design and delivery of precision opto-mechanical and vacuum subsystems for neutral-atom quantum computers.

Empirical Foods is hiring an on-site IT Technician to maintain multi-site network infrastructure, support end users, and contribute to 99.999% uptime goals.

Lead supply chain execution and supplier strategy for Taara's optical communication products, driving on-time delivery, cost reduction, and NPI success across optics, PCBAs, and mechanical subsystems.

Lead the development of photonics-based FMCW lidar systems at Aeva, pushing forward next-generation sensing technology from concept through to product realization.

Thorlabs is looking for a detail-oriented Photonics Test Engineer to design and implement test platforms for laser and optical systems at their Washington D.C. location.