18 optical engineer jobs at 10 companies in Carpinteria, CA

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Senior Optical Systems Engineer
Goleta, California, United States
$160k-$200k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Compal
CompalTaiwan Stock Exchange: 2324: Manufacturer of computers, smart devices, and automotive electronics.
10+ YOE10+ years developing optical systems for automotive or high-quality camera systems; MS/PhD in Optics/Physics/Systems Engineering preferred; expertise with optical design tools, high-volume camera manufacturing, validation, PPAP, 8D troubleshooting, and cost-reduced optics technologies.
PPAP, 8D
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Electro-Optical System Engineer
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$120k-$150k/yr OnsiteFull Time
HEICO
HEICONYSE: HEI: Manufactures specialty electronic components and niche aircraft parts.
5+ YOEBS/BA in physics or engineering, minimum 5 years' electro-optics or related experience, US citizen/PR/asylee required, ability to pass background/ITAR/EAR checks and drug screen, troubleshooting, test plan and calibration experience.
Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, C, C++, C#, python, Zemax, multimeters, oscilloscopes, microscopes, cameras, FPGAs
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Electro-Optical Engineer Sr Stf
Goleta, California, United States
$140k-$246k/yr HybridFull Time
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed MartinNYSE: LMT: Designs and manufactures global security and aerospace systems.
Bachelor's in engineering/math/science, systems engineering background, expertise in IR camera and sensor performance analysis, ability to lead technical teams and conduct trade studies, troubleshooting skills, US citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance.
MATLAB, CAMEO, DOORS, MBSE
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Principal Product Engineer - NPI (CPO and Optical Pluggables)
Santa Clara or Irvine or San Diego or Westlake Village
$137k-$205k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Marvell
MarvellNASDAQ: MRVL: Designs and develops high-performance semiconductor and infrastructure solutions.
5+ YOEMS/PhD in Photonics, Physics or related engineering; 5+ years experience in silicon photonics, co-packaged optics, and high-speed components; experience with device testing, production transfer, PFMEA; scripting with JSL/JMP, Python or SQL.
JMP Scripting (JSL), Python, SQL
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Thin Film Coating Engineer
Moorpark, California, United States
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Gooch & Housego
Gooch & HousegoLondon Stock Exchange: GHH: Manufactures precision optical components and advanced photonic systems.
5+ YOE1+ MgmtLead production coatings, process engineering, and equipment maintenance for optical thin-film coatings; hands-on supervisor; 5+ years in optical thin film; BS/MS in physics, materials science, or optical engineering; US person per ITAR.
Ion beam sputtering, Vacuum systems, Spectrophotometer, TFCalc, Essential Macleod, Cavity ring-down spectroscopy
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Sr. Global Optics Process Engineer
Goleta, California, United States
$210k-$280k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Compal
CompalTaiwan Stock Exchange: 2324: Manufacturer of computers, smart devices, and automotive electronics.
20+ YOE20+ years in test engineering and optics for ADAS cameras, BS/MS in EE/Physics/Systems Engineering required, experience developing high-volume optical test, calibration, and alignment systems, strong communication and global teamwork skills.
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Hardware & Silicon Validation Engineer - Early Career
Westlake Village, California, United States
$93k-$137k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Marvell Technology
Marvell TechnologyNASDAQ: MRVL: Developing semiconductor solutions for cloud, enterprise, and AI infrastructure.
0+ YOEMaster’s in Electrical or Computer Engineering; 0-3 years experience; Python and C; microwave/optical engineering coursework; knowledge of single photonic devices; detail-oriented; team player.
Python, C, Cadence, Windows, Unix
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Director Analog Mixed Signal Design - Optical
Westlake Village, California, United States
$217k-$321k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Marvell
MarvellNASDAQ: MRVL: Designs and develops high-performance semiconductor and infrastructure solutions.
15+ YOE6+ MgmtLead and manage analog/RF design for high-speed optical front-ends; 15+ yrs experience; advanced degrees desired; strong leadership and project management.
EDA CAD tools
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Hardware Engineer
Goleta, California, United States
$201k-$231k/yr HybridFull Time
Google
GoogleNASDAQ: GOOGL: Provides online search, advertising, cloud computing, and consumer electronics.
3+ YOEBachelor’s in CS/CE/EE +5 years OR Master’s +3 years. 3 years of system-level analysis, debugging/root-cause analysis, data-driven problem solving, domain knowledge (Optics, Sensors, Audio/DSP), and product lifecycle management.
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Senior Staff Testing Engineer
Westlake Village, California, United States
$120k-$178k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Marvell
MarvellNASDAQ: MRVL: Designs and develops high-performance semiconductor and infrastructure solutions.
8+ YOEPh.D. or Master’s in EE/Physics/Photonics, 8+ years in silicon photonics design/characterization/production testing, expertise in integrated optics, automation with Python/LabVIEW/C++, and statistical data analysis.
Python, LabVIEW, C/C++, LCA, Optical Spectrum Analyzer (OSA), JMP, MATLAB, Pandas, NumPy, SQL
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Senior Staff Firmware Engineer - design, verification, and, validation, integration of high speed optical components.
Westlake Village, California, United States
$133k-$196k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Marvell
MarvellNASDAQ: MRVL: Designs and develops high-performance semiconductor and infrastructure solutions.
3+ YOEDesign, verify, and validate firmware for embedded high-speed optical components; collaborate across HW/SW; travel 20%.
C, Python, RTOS, Embedded, Git, JTAG, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, SPI, I2C, MDIO, UART
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Laser Sensing Systems Principal Engineer (739)
Camarillo, California, United States
$180k-$240k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Safran Defense & Space
Safran Defense & SpaceEuronext Paris: SAF: Develops advanced technology for aerospace, defense, and space missions.
10+ YOE10+ years experience developing and integrating laser sensing and electro‑optical systems; hands‑on hardware, system integration, EMV troubleshooting, customer engagement, and mentorship skills required.
SPI, I²C, UART, Ethernet, CameraLink, MIL-STD-1553, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, FPGA
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Hiring Event | Virtual Interview Day | Santa Barbara, CA
Goleta, California, United States
$89k-$158k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Lockheed Martin
Lockheed MartinNYSE: LMT: Designs and manufactures global security and aerospace systems.
Bachelor's in STEM, professional engineering experience, strong communication, ability to obtain Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required); experience in electrical, electro-optical, mechanical, systems engineering or related areas preferred.
MATLAB, Python, C, C++, CAMEO, DOORS
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Sr Sys Integration_Test Eng (Goleta, CA, US, 93117)
Goleta, California, United States
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B. Braun
B. Braun: Develops and manufactures medical devices and pharmaceutical products globally.
5+ YOE5+ years systems/HW-SW integration experience (or equivalent with advanced degree). Experience with robotics, imaging/optics, test automation (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW), formal system verification, risk management (ISO 14971), and regulatory V&V for medical devices.
Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW
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Systems Engineering Project Manager
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$107k-$190k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Bruker
BrukerNASDAQ: BRKR: Develops and manufactures high-performance scientific and diagnostic instruments.
8+ YOEDesign and deliver precision optical metrology systems, lead cross-functional engineering programs, develop system architecture and models; BS/MS in relevant STEM, 8+ years experience; PMP preferred; travel up to 5%.
ZEMAX, ANSYS, MATLAB, Simulink, LabVIEW, Mathcad, Microsoft 365, Jira, Microsoft Project
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Sr. EOIR Systems Engineering Manager
Santa Barbara, California, United States
$195k-$250k/yr OnsiteFull Time
HEICO
HEICONYSE: HEI: Manufactures specialty electronic components and niche aircraft parts.
13+ YOE5+ MgmtSenior manager with hands-on EO/IR system development experience; strong leadership; 13+ years in STEM; bachelors required with advanced degrees preferred; US citizenship per export controls.
EO/IR systems, optical design, image processing, system integration, test equipment
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Hardware and Silicon Validation
Westlake Village, California, United States
$109k-$162k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Marvell Technology
Marvell TechnologyNASDAQ: MRVL: Developing semiconductor solutions for cloud, enterprise, and AI infrastructure.
2+ YOEBachelor's in EE/CE/SE with 3–5 years (or Master's with 2–3 years). Experience in post‑silicon validation, RF/microwave/optical interconnects, proficiency in C/C++/Python, and hands‑on use of high‑speed test and measurement equipment.
C, C++, Python, Power supply, Multimeter, Spectrum analyzer, Oscilloscope, Bit error rate tester, Vector network analyzer (VNA), Arbitrary waveform generator (AWG), Lightwave components analyzer (LCA)
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VCSEL Engineering Technician
Thousand Oaks, California, United States
$45k-$60k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Teledyne Technologies
Teledyne TechnologiesNYSE: TDY: Manufactures sensors, cameras, and electronics for aerospace and defense.
3+ YOE3–5 years cleanroom/semiconductor or optoelectronic assembly experience (or relevant degree); ability to perform precision assembly, laser alignment, electro-optical testing, follow technical drawings, lift up to 50 lbs; U.S. citizenship required.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, SPC