Optical Engineer – Experienced

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. Oversee the design, fabrication, and integration of high-precision optical systems .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeAlbuquerque • New Mexico • United StatesSenior💰 $112,200 - $185,150 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in optical design and engineering, with a strong focus on adaptive optics and optical imaging systems. Proficient in utilizing optical software and technical computing languages for modeling and simulation, while ensuring compliance with U.S. export control requirements.

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Optical DesignZemaxAdaptive Optics SystemsModeling and SimulationU.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Optical Systems DesignTechnical Specifications ValidationTrade Studies ExecutionEngineering AnalysisOptical Software ProficiencyElectro-Optical Systems ModelingInfrared Systems SimulationAdvanced Engineering Hardware DesignFabrication ProcessesTesting Processes

Soft Skills

Strong Written SkillsStrong Verbal SkillsDetail Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Code VOSLOMatlabMathematica

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in EngineeringActive U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Opto-Mechanical FrameworksSpace Domain AwarenessGround-Based TelescopesProject ManagementU.S. Export Control Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the design, fabrication, and integration of high-precision optical systems
Facilitate the transition of conceptual opto-mechanical frameworks into functional experimental hardware
Establish and validate technical specifications for optical systems and components
Execute trade studies and simulations to optimize system performance and design
Resolve complex optical challenges through engineering and analysis
Support project management by providing work statement, budget, schedule, and other required inputs
Report project status
Write appropriate sections of proposals to support development of new business
Work with multidisciplinary engineering teams on adaptive optics and optical imaging systems
Support the Air Force Research Lab’s advancement of Space Domain Awareness capabilities using ground-based telescopes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, with a focus in Electrical, Mechanical or Aeronautical, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
4+ years of experience in optical design
4+ years’ experience with optical software, Zemax, Code V, or OSLO
9+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Advanced study in Optical Specialization
Active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance
Experience working with adaptive optics systems
Experience with advanced engineering hardware design, fabrication, evaluating, and testing processes
5+ years of experience performing modeling and/or simulation of Electro-Optical and Infrared systems with a technical computing language, such as Matlab or Mathematica
Must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements and be a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62
Must be a U.S. Citizen to obtain the required U.S. Security Clearance
An interim and/or final U.S. Top Secret Clearance Post-Start is required
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status
Strong written and verbal skills and detail oriented

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Professional development opportunities for learning and advancement
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position