Sr. Optical Engineer is open at Observable Space in Los Angeles, CA (hybrid). The posting gives a salary of $140K - $200K. Posted on Oct 5, 2026, and still on Observable Space’s careers page when we last checked, on Nov 15, 2026.
About the role
Lead the development and manufacturing of large-format precision optical components, with a particular focus on refractive elements greater than 400 mm in diameter. - Develop and mature optical manufacturing processes spanning grinding, polishing, figuring, coating, cleaning, handling, and final acceptance. - Design and develop custom metrology systems, tooling, fixtures, and test methods for large and complex…
The opening lines of the posting. The rest is on Observable Space’s careers page.
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