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HS
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Optical Engineer
$85,000 - $115,000 yearly
Horizon Surgical Systems, Inc. Los Angeles, CA
Open Position - Optical Engineer Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. is revolutionizing the world of surgical ophthalmology by developing a novel, AI driven, and imaging-guided surgical robotic system. Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. aims to expand access to care, provide superior capabilities to the human surgeon, and enhance patient outcomes. Microsurgery in general and Ophthalmology are subfields of surgery for which the surgical outcomes can be significantly improved by robotic systems to allow superior dexterity, precision, accuracy, and visualization beyond the human surgeon's own capabilities. We are seeking highly motivated, and intellectually inquisitive individuals looking to make a positive impact on healthcare via the development of robotic technology. The core values of Horizon Surgical Systems Inc. are: Commitment to Excellence: We aim to deliver superior patient outcomes and surgeon experiences Passion for Creativity and Innovation:...
TI
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Lead Optical Engineer
TRL11, Inc. Irvine, CA
Responsibilities: Develop and optimize systems involving lenses, sensors, or imaging devices Conduct optical system modeling, simulation, and performance analysis using tools such as Zemax, Code V, FRED, or similar optical analysis software. Develop and execute optical test plans to validate system performance at component, subsystem, and payload levels. Design and implement optical test setups including alignment tools, calibration methods, and metrology procedures. Define optical acceptance criteria and support verification activities for payload integration and end-of-line testing. Support manufacturing and assembly processes involving optics, including defining handling procedures, contamination control, and alignment processes. Analyze test data and troubleshoot optical performance issues during development, integration, and production. Support root-cause investigations for optical performance deviations and recommend corrective actions. Conduct research on new...
At
Sep 12, 2026
Full time
Senior Optical Manufacturing Engineer
$91,625 - $156,600 yearly
Attalon Richmond, CA
Attalon / Location Overview Join Attalon, a global innovator in advanced optical technologies supporting aerospace, defense, and scientific research. Our Richmond facility is home to world-class engineering talent and state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities. Here, you'll help build optical systems that empower breakthrough missions and cutting-edge discoveries. Job Title Senior Optical Manufacturing Engineer Job Details Attalon is seeking a highly skilled Senior Optical Manufacturing Engineer to drive the next generation of precision optical manufacturing. In this role, you will shape the processes behind mission-critical lenses, mirrors, telescopes, and optical assemblies used in advanced aerospace and defense applications. You'll lead the transition of innovative designs from concept to production, optimize performance on the factory floor, and play a central role in ensuring Attalon delivers unmatched quality and reliability. If you're energized by complex...
BS
Sep 09, 2026
Full time
Lead Systems Engineer - Optical Systems & Mechanical Integration
$150,000 - $225,000 yearly
Bright Silicon Technologies Pleasanton, CA
About the Role Bright Silicon Technologies, located in Pleasanton, Ca, is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to lead the optomechanical design and architecture of our Free-Space Optical (FSO) terminal. You will be responsible for transforming functional block diagrams and project requirements into precision Pointing, Acquisition, and Tracking (PAT) hardware capable of maintaining tight line-of-sight lock on airborne targets. What You'll Do Drive System Architecture: Translate product specifications and government program goals into technical system requirements, developing Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and coordinate teams to deliver a dynamic Pointing, Acquisition, and Tracking (PAT) optomechanical system for line-of-sight acquisition of dynamic airborne targets and free-space optical communications. Transform Concepts into Physical Hardware: Take conceptual system block diagrams and product requirements (sketches, functional flows, concept powerpoints), translate...
LL
Sep 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Optomechanical Engineer
$267,030 yearly
LLNL Livermore, CA
Company Description Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact. Job Description We have an opening for a Senior Optomechanical Engineer for space applications. You will contribute to thedevelopment of next-generation large-aperture space telescopes, optical payloads, andprecision optical systems supporting U.S. national security andscientific missions. This role focuses on optomechanicaldesign, precision mechanisms, structural andthermal performance, and...
LL
Sep 11, 2026
Full time
Senior Optomechanical Engineer
$9,772 monthly
LLNL Livermore, CA
Company Description Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact. Job Description We have an opening for a Senior Optomechanical Engineer for space applications. You will contribute to the development of next-generation large-aperture space telescopes, optical payloads, and precision optical systems supporting U.S. national security and scientific missions. This role focuses on optomechanical design, precision mechanisms, structural and thermal performance,...
BS
Sep 09, 2026
Full time
Lead Systems Engineer - Aerospace
$150,000 - $225,000 yearly
Bright Silicon Technologies Pleasanton, CA
About the Role Bright Silicon Technologies (Pleasanton, CA) is developing high-throughput Free-Space Optical (FSO) terminals designed for ultra-low latency airborne and tactical mesh networks. We are seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to own the architecture and system integration of our next-generation FSO flight terminals. In this role, you will bridge higher-level mission concepts and physical flight hardware-translating high-level link budgets and functional block diagrams into flight-ready Pointing, Acquisition, and Tracking (PAT) payloads capable of sub-microradian optical lock under dynamic airborne conditions. What You'll Do Drive System Architecture & Optics ICDs: Translate mission requirements and government program goals into technical system specifications. Author comprehensive Interface Control Documents (ICDs) across optical, mechanical, thermal, and electrical boundaries for fast-tracking PAT optomechanical sub-assemblies. Transform Concepts into...
Lu
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Equipment Engineer (Active Alignment Machine)
Lumilens San Jose, CA
ABOUT LUMILENS At Lumilens we are building the critical photonics infrastructure that powers tomorrow's AI supercomputing. From chip-to-chip optical interconnects to scalable photonic engines, Lumilens is unlocking a new era of computing faster, cooler, and massively more efficient. We're a well-funded startup backed by Mayfield and led by veterans who've built and scaled some of the most transformative technologies in the industry. This isn't incremental innovation, it's a ground-floor opportunity to rethink the optical layer from the silicon up. You'll work alongside a team of world-class engineers solving some of the hardest challenges in optics, systems, and scale. Every line of code, every design decision, every breakthrough you help deliver will shape the infrastructure of tomorrow. If you're looking for mission, momentum, and the chance to make an outsized impact jump on the rocket ship. We're just getting started. Position Overview We are seeking an Active Alignment...
MH
Feb 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Laser Systems Engineer
MyHR, LLC. San Francisco, CA
Company Description A venture-backed defense technology company is developing advanced directed-energy laser platforms designed to counter small unmanned aerial threats. The team operates in a fast-paced, hardware-focused environment where concepts move quickly from lab prototype to field deployment. We are seeking an experienced Senior Laser Systems Engineer to architect, develop, and validate beam-delivery and targeting subsystems for next-generation laser platforms. This role owns end-to-end beam-train design, automated aiming systems, and materials testing across both pulsed and continuous-wave (CW) regimes. Job Description Key Responsibilities Design and assemble complete optical beam paths including coatings, mirrors, fiber/optic interfaces, and precision alignment fixtures to meet power and beam-quality targets Architect and integrate automated aiming and targeting subsystems, combining optomechanics, sensors, and control-system interfaces for precision tracking...
At
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Mechatronics Engineer - Precision Optics Manufacturing
$91,625 - $156,600 yearly
Attalon Richmond, CA
Attalon is a global leader in optics and laser solutions. Our Richmond, California facility specializes in the manufacture of precision optical components and assemblies. This site combines advanced engineering, mechatronics, and high-precision manufacturing to support cutting-edge technology across multiple industries. Job Title Mechatronics Engineer - Precision Optics Manufacturing Job Details The Mechatronics Engineer will design, build, and maintain custom systems used in the fabrication and measurement of precision optical elements. This role blends mechanical engineering, automation, and systems integration to deliver highly specialized equipment vital to Attalon's manufacturing operations. The position offers hands-on design ownership from concept through production, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to engineer solutions that directly impact product quality, yield, and throughput. Responsibilities • Design and develop mechanical systems-mechanisms,...
Di
Sep 09, 2026
Full time
Manager, Optical Manufacturing Development Engineering
$150,020 - $206,280 yearly
Divergent Torrance, CA
Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world's most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies. Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built. Purpose Lead the optical systems function within Divergent's Manufacturing Development Engineering (MDE) team, owning the integration, commissioning, and long-term calibration stability of optical subsystems (beam delivery, scanners/galvos, F-theta lenses, high-speed imaging) across the LPBF machine fleet. This is a player-coach role: you'll lead a small team of optics engineers while staying hands-on with builds,...
Ra
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Manufacturing Engineer
Ralliant Hollister, CA
Summary: This Manufacturing Engineer role supports the Chemical Operations Department and is responsible for developing, improving, and sustaining manufacturing processes for both new and existing products. The role focuses on enhancing efficiency, safety, quality, productivity, and cost within production operations. Key activities include reviewing product designs, creating work instructions, developing process routings, estimating labor and material costs, implementing production layouts, designing tooling and fixtures, conducting process capability studies, and driving continuous improvement through Lean, 5S, Kaizen, and process hazard analyses. Key Responsibilities: As a Manufacturing Engineer with Pacific Scientific EMC, you will be tasked with analyzing, developing, implementing, and maintaining methods, manufacturing operation sequences, specifications, and equipment requirements for production/assembly of new and existing products. Assist with sustaining and...
Ae
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Lead Mechanical Engineer, Laser Communications
Aetherflux San Carlos, CA
About Cowboy Space Corp: Mission Cowboy Space Corporation is solving the global energy crisis by building the infrastructure for abundant, resilient space-based solar energy. We are tackling one of humanity's most complex engineering challenges with a world-class team dedicated to delivering a revolutionary power platform. Cowboy Space Corporation is transforming how civilization powers, computes and connects - from orbit to Earth. Background Cowboy Space Corporation is building the infrastructure to power and connect the orbital economy. Our modular, scalable satellites collect sunlight in Low Earth Orbit to enable multiple integrated applications: transmitting energy via infrared lasers (space-to-earth and space-to-space), powering on-orbit high-performance computing clusters (GPU/TPU), and providing secure, high bandwidth optical data transport. Current energy and data systems rely on complex logistics and outdated infrastructure. Cowboy Space Corporation overcomes these...
NT
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Senior Mechanical Engineer
$152,000 - $213,000 yearly
Neros Technologies Torrance, CA
Who we are Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment. As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. We're hiring engineers, operators, and builders who want to move fast, take on extreme ownership, and get capability into the hands of warfighters in months, not years. What you will be doing As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Neros, you will own key components and subsystems within our products, starting from the conceptual design phase all the way through mass production. This is a dynamic and exciting role at a rapidly growing startup and presents an opportunity to be a...
ST
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Associate Mechanical Engineer
Seek Thermal Inc. Goleta, CA
Company Description Join Seek Thermal - See the Unseen. Shape What's Next. At Seek Thermal, we're changing the way the world sees heat. Our innovative thermal imaging technology brings visibility to the unseen, empowering professionals and consumers to measure, detect, and visualize heat - transforming how people work, protect, and explore. Job Description SUMMARY: We are looking for an Associate Mechanical Engineer to support the design, build, test, and validation of mechanical packaging solutions for our thermal imaging consumer products. This role will work closely with engineering and production staff throughout all stages of product development. Strong 3D CAD skills, previous experience designing mechanical assemblies, and familiarity with designing parts for various manufacturing methods are highly desired. Above all, we are looking for the right individual to work in our rapid paced environment and are willing to consider candidates with different levels of...
EL
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Sr Engineer- Product
$120,658 - $165,053 yearly
EssilorLuxottica CA
Requisition ID: 945089 Position: Full-Time Shift : Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met. We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms. Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with...
ST
Sep 18, 2026
Full time
Associate Mechanical Engineer
Seek Thermal Inc. Santa Barbara, CA
Job Type Full-time Description We are looking for an Associate Mechanical Engineer to support the design, build, test, and validation of mechanical packaging solutions for our thermal imaging consumer products. This role will work closely with engineering and production staff throughout all stages of product development. Strong 3D CAD skills, previous experience designing mechanical assemblies, and familiarity with designing parts for various manufacturing methods are highly desired. Above all, we are looking for the right individual to work in our rapid paced environment and are willing to consider candidates with different levels of work experience. The Associate Mechanical Engineer will report directly to the Senior Mechanical Engineer. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Support the design of mechanical packaging solutions for electro-optical products that require detailed knowledge of standard material types, fabrication methods, and certification standards for consumer electronic...
TP
Sep 17, 2026
Full time
Mechanical Engineer
$102,000 - $189,000 yearly
Three Point Solutions, Inc. Carlsbad, CA
Job title : Mechanical Engineer Client : Aerospace / Aviation / Defense Company Duration : Full-Time Location : Carlsbad, CA Shift : 9/80 Schedule (Every Other Friday Off) Description: Design precision mechanical systems and assemblies. Develop mechatronic and electro-mechanical products. Create 3D models and engineering drawings. Generate technical data packages. Prototype, integrate, and test hardware. Develop test plans and perform validation. Participate in design and product reviews. Implement engineering changes. Support field testing and demonstrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams. Provide technical leadership and project support. Ensure compliance with engineering processes. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 6+ years' experience (or equivalent). Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph. Experience designing precision mechanisms. Proficiency with CAD tools (Creo preferred)....
IC
Sep 17, 2026
Full time
Design Engineer - Bioprocess Components
$109,800 - $164,600 yearly
IDEX Corporation Rohnert Park, CA
If you're looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you've found it. Whether you're an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact. With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you. Who is IDEX Health & Science (IH&S)? As a business unit of IDEX Corporation, IH&S has a long history of driving growth in life sciences and healthcare by embracing innovation and redefining the supplier-customer relationship. The work we do every day allows us to discover key insights and break new ground to create some of the most meaningful technologies that have a lasting impact on companies, industries, and society. IDEX HEALTH & SCIENCE, LLC...
CC
Sep 17, 2026
Full time
Staff Dimensional Metrology Engineer
Castelion Corporation Torrance, CA
About the job Staff Dimensional Metrology Engineer About Castelion Castelion is bringing a new approach to defense development and production: one that focuses on short, iterative design cycles, rapid testing in development, and modern commercial manufacturing strategies for production at scale. We design, build, and test next generation weapon systems to give America and its Allies a definitive edge in defense capabilities. Staff Dimensional Metrology Engineer The Dimensional Metrology Engineer will serve as the hands-on technical authority for applied dimensional measurements across Castelion. You will collaborate with design, manufacturing, test, and quality teams to integrate metrology early in development for better risk management, process characterization, and verification. You will drive metrology-as-a-service across the company, develop novel measurement solutions, mentor teams on cutting-edge dimensional measurement technology, and establish scalable metrology...
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