Optical Engineer
Compensation
$108k – $195k /yr
Employment type
Full-time
Work setting
On-site
Location
National City, CA
Schedule
Day shift
Posted
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Job overview
The Optical Engineer is an onsite role based in National City, CA, with an annual salary range of $107,900 to $195,050. This position supports the Emerging Space Systems Division in developing advanced optical payload systems for next-generation space missions. The role involves a balance of analytical modeling and hands-on laboratory work to mature optical technologies. By contributing to design trades, performance analysis, and experimental validation, the engineer helps enable new capabilities in space-based sensing for mission-critical defense applications.
What you'll do
- Design and model optical systems
- perform performance analysis
- assist with design trades
- conduct laboratory optical alignment and testing
- characterize prototype systems
- analyze experimental data
- document results for R&D
- collaborate with cross-functional teams.
What we're looking for
- Skills & competencies
- full-timeday shiftnational city caoptical engineeringspace systemsopticsmodelinglaboratorydefenseonsite$108k-$195k/yr
- Work arrangement
- Weekend coverage required
Benefits & perks
- Competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement.
Why this role
Requires US Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret security clearance; experience with optical modeling and laboratory environments.
About the employer
Leidos is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.
Additional details
- Industry sector
- 54
- Industry
- Engineering Services
- Occupation code
- 17-2112.00
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Listing ID: 40bfe736-1190-44ee-b8d4-8539f2c28866