Optical Engineer IV

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Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$80.00/hr - $90.00/hrPayrate: $80.00 - $90.00/hr.Summary:The main function of an optical Engineer is to develop new concepts and technologies for next generation Near-Eye Displays (NEDs), projectors, cameras and sensors including integrated optics, structured light, depth sensing, polarization optics, and optical system designResponsibilities:Work with a small team of optical scientists in developing imaging systems for AR and VR applicationsModel and prototype critical technologies to drive system performance and validationResearch and develop emerging concepts in imaging systems and optical systems in support of NEDsSupport the evaluation and characterization of optical components and system integrationsCollaborate with the larger research team to explore concepts and drive optical system development to create compelling experiencesDrive supplier choice, interaction, and management to deliver prototypes in support of concept demonstrationsEstablish specifications for display and imaging systems to ensure a successful productPayrate: $80.00 - $90.00/hr.Summary:The main function of an optical Engineer is to develop new concepts and technologies for next generation Near-Eye Displays (NEDs), projectors, cameras and sensors including integrated optics, structured light, depth sensing, polarization optics, and optical system designResponsibilities:Work with a small team of optical scientists in developing imaging systems for AR and VR applicationsModel and prototype critical technologies to drive system performance and validationResearch and develop emerging concepts in imaging systems and optical systems in support of NEDsSupport the evaluation and characterization of optical components and system integrationsCollaborate with the larger research team to explore concepts and drive optical system development to create compelling experiencesDrive supplier choice, interaction, and management to deliver prototypes in support of concept demonstrationsEstablish specifications for display and imaging systems to ensure a successful productSkills:Experience in applied research and/or product development of optics or photonic systemsExperience with one or more of the following optics technologies: illumination, radiometry/photometry, stray light analysis, physical optics, or imagingExperience with laboratory work setting up optical systems and experience with methods and tools for fabrication of optics (molded, polished, diamond turned) as well as microstructuresDesigning optical tools and methods such as FRED, ASAP, Light Tools, or ZemaxAbility to work with minimal direction and managing a project independently from start to finishWorking, communicating, and collaborating in a cross-functional team environmentExperience in radiometric calibration, signal-to-noise measurement, and modeling of imaging systemsExperience defining system performance and component specificationsExperience measuring and modeling optical scattersEducation/Experience:Advanced degree in the field of Optical Sciences, Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a similar field or equivalent experiencePay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $80.00 - $90.00/hr. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience and the benefits package you select. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, 10 paid days off, 401(k) plan participation, commuter benefits and life and disability insurance.For information about our collection, use, and disclosure of applicant's personal information as well as applicants' rights over their personal information, please see our Privacy Policy ( ).Aditi Consulting LLC uses AI technology to engage candidates during the sourcing process. AI technology is used to gather data only and does not replace human-based decision making in employment decisions. 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Created: 2025-09-17