Optical Engineer – Experienced/Senior

Boeing

Experienced Optical Engineer at Boeing working on advanced optical systems for Space Domain Awareness. Collaborating with multi-disciplined engineering teams on high-precision optical systems.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeAlbuquerque, Kirtland AFB • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $112,200 - $151,800 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 high-precision optical systems and advanced engineering hardware design. Proficient in modeling and simulation of Electro-Optical and Infrared systems, while maintaining a commitment to project management and effective communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Optical DesignZemaxElectro-Optical Systems ModelingU.S. Top Secret/SCI Security ClearanceAdaptive Optics Systems

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Hard Skills

Optical DesignModelingSimulationOptical SoftwareTechnical Computing LanguageEngineering Hardware DesignFabricationTesting ProcessesOptical SpecializationPerformance Standards

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationDetail Oriented

Tools & Technologies

ZemaxCode VOSLOMatlabMathematica

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Opto-Mechanical FrameworksHigh-Precision Optical SystemsTrade StudiesSystem Performance OptimizationProject Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the design, fabrication, and integration of high-precision optical systems, facilitating the transition of conceptual opto-mechanical frameworks into functional experimental hardware
Establish and validate technical specifications for optical systems and components to ensure adherence to performance standards
Execute trade studies and simulations to optimize system performance and design
Resolve complex optical challenges through innovative engineering and analysis
Support project management by providing work statement, budget, schedule and other required inputs and by reporting project status
Writes appropriate sections of proposals to support development of new business

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
A strong dedication to a teaming dynamic, strong written and verbal skills, and detail oriented.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Paid time off
Opportunities for learning and advancement