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The Boeing Company

Optical Engineer (Experienced or Senior)

The Boeing Company

Published 16 May 2026
Albuquerque, NM, USA
112K - 185K USD Annual
Onsite

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Role Highlights

Languages used

MATLAB

Key skills

Data Science
Computer Science
Integrations
Project Management
Security
Research
Testing
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Modelling
Architecture

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

Description

The role involves overseeing the design, fabrication, and integration of high-precision optical systems to transition conceptual frameworks into functional hardware. The incumbent will establish and validate technical specifications to ensure performance standards are met. Responsibilities include executing trade studies and simulations to optimize system performance and design. The position requires resolving complex optical challenges through engineering analysis. Additionally, the role supports project management by providing budget, schedule, and work statement inputs while contributing to proposal development for new business.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry. A minimum of four years of experience in optical design and four years of experience with optical software such as Zemax, Code V, or OSLO is required. Applicants must be U.S. Persons to meet export control requirements and possess the ability to obtain a U.S. Top Secret/SCI security clearance. Preferred qualifications include nine or more years of related experience, advanced study in optical specialization, and experience with adaptive optics or technical computing languages like Matlab or Mathematica.

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About the company

The Boeing Company

Size

117694

HQ

Arlington, US

Description

As a leading global aerospace company, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. As a top U.S. exporter, the company leverages the talents of a global supplier base to advance economic opportunity, sustainability and community impact. Boeings diverse team is committed to innovating for the future, leading with sustainability, and cultivating a culture based on the companys core values of safety, quality and integrity. Explore career opportunities: boeing.com/careers Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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