Top 187 Optical engineer Jobs in California

Principal Optical Transceiver Engineer
Coherent Corp. —Fremont, CA
- $114,375 - $195,875 a year
- Overtime
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
- Laboratory experience
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Optical Engineer
Iventim Inc. —San Diego, CA
- $152,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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Senior Optical Engineer
Leidos —San Diego, CA
- $131,300 - $237,350 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Bachelor of Science
- Data analysis skills
Optical Transceiver Engineer
Coherent Corp. —Fremont, CA
- $80,500 - $131,813 a year
- Overtime
- CAD
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
Lead Optical Product Engineer
Coherent Corp. —Fremont, CA
- $100,625 - $172,250 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- 3 years
Optical Design Engineer
Gooch & Housego Pal Alto —Fremont, CA
- $140,000 - $170,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
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Optical Engineer
AEI-CIG —Santa Clara, CA
- $110,000 - $200,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Assembly
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Optical Engineer
Horizon Surgical Systems, Inc. —Los Angeles, CA
- $85,000 - $115,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
- Electrical Engineering
- Paid time off
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Optical Engineer
Neuralink —San Francisco, CA
- $86,000 - $143,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
- System design
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Optical Engineer
Aeva —Mountain View, CA
- $132,000 - $179,200 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
GNC Engineer (Optical Systems)
Impulse Space —Redondo Beach, CA
- $125,000 - $155,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer science
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Senior Optical Engineer
Leidos —San Diego, CA
- $131,300 - $237,350 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Bachelor of Science
- Microsoft Office
Electro-Optical Engineer (All levels)
Impulse Space —Redondo Beach, CA
- $150,000 - $250,000 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- Laboratory experience
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Optical Network Engineer
OpenAI —San Francisco, CA
- $342,000 - $445,000 a year
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Fair chance
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
Optical Engineer
Science Corporation —Alameda, CA
- $115,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Fair chance
- Paid jury duty
- Paid holidays
1d
Optical Engineer (Early Career) - 069QE
Quartus Engineering —San Diego, CA
- $78,279 - $127,907 a year
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Assembly
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Staff Optical Engineer
BD —Milpitas, CA
- $135,500 - $216,800 a year
- Office
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Optical Sensing PD - Mechanical Engineer
Apple —San Francisco Bay Area, CA
- $129,300 - $225,300 a year
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Health insurance
14d
Optical Engineer
Molex —Fremont, CA
- $130,000 - $160,000 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Optical Engineer III
JPL/NASA —Pasadena, CA
- $152,880 - $188,448 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Contracts
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
10d

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Principal Optical Transceiver Engineer

Coherent Corp. -
Fremont, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$114,375 - $195,875 a year
13 days ago

Qualifications

Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
Laboratory experience
Electrical engineering
Electronics design

Full Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Participate standard and MSA meeting and present for the company
Lead the link simulation for optical transceiver.
Conduct electrical and optical measurements of optical transceiver. Create optical transceiver specification compliance reports.
Create the firmware requirement document.
Conduct RF simulation of the high-speed signal communication link.

Education & Experience

B.S. EE degree with 7-year experience or M.S. EE degree with 5-year experience required
(M.S. preferred, Ph.D. a plus)

Skills

Strong fiber and digital communication and DSP system theory and simulation
Strong analog circuit design skills required
Strong background of circuit theory, linear system theory, feedback, ICs, and high-speed RF fundamentals required
Strong laboratory measurement skills required
Strong communication and presentation skill required
Experience with electronics CAD tools and electronic system modelling
Expertise in RF design using modeling tools such as CST or HFSS a plus
Strong background of optical transceiver design is a plus

Working Conditions

This position is onsite
May require occasional off-site meetings or travel
Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
May require occasional overtime and flexibility in work hours to accommodate the executive’s needs

Physical Requirements

Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
Use of hands and fingers for operating computers and lab equipment.
Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative or lab tasks.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Mobility within the office/lab environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

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ABOUT US

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

JOB INFO

Job Identification

2013456

Posting Date

07/09/2026, 04:09 PM

Degree Level

Master's Degree

Job Schedule

Full time

Locations

48800 Milmont Drive, Fremont, CA, 94538, US

(On-site)

Pay Scale

$ 114,375 - $ 195,875 per year

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