<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Optics and photonics jobs — Hiring Right Now</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/roles/optics/</link><description>Optics and photonics jobs — Hiring Right Now</description><lastBuildDate>Sat, 14 Nov 2026 13:56:32 +0000</lastBuildDate><item><title>Senior Network Engineer, Edge &amp; Optical Transport at Lightning AI</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-network-engineer-edge-optical-transport-lightning-ai/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-network-engineer-edge-optical-transport-lightning-ai/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Remote. Operate, configure, and expand our Juniper PTX edge and backbone routers, including routing policy, interface provisioning, software upgrades, and configuration lifecycle management. Manage internet transit, private and public peering, and external connectivity using IPv4/IPv6, eBGP/iBGP, routing policy, prefix filtering, and route validation. Deploy and maintain Smartoptics M32 and M40 optical line systems for DWDM…</description></item><item><title>Photonics Layout Intern - Summer 2027 at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-layout-intern-summer-2027-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-layout-intern-summer-2027-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA. , you will be working on execution and verification for some of the state of the art block- and chip-scale photonic interconnects. You will gain unique experience with the industry-leading photonics integration and verification flows. An ideal candidate must have practical experience with silicon photonics complemented with strong human and agentic coding skills. Join a tight-knit team where each individual’s…</description></item><item><title>Photonics Engineer Intern - Summer 2027 at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-engineer-intern-summer-2027-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-engineer-intern-summer-2027-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA. Design high-performance passive and active silicon photonics devices with commercial softwares such as Lumerical, Tidy3D, Cadence Develop automated inverse design of silicon photonic components. Develop control algorithms for photonics subsystems for real-world use cases Assess fabrication variability and operational performance of Si photonic components Develop and implement testing and analysis methodology for new…</description></item><item><title>Laser Firmware Intern - Summer 2027 at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/laser-firmware-intern-summer-2027-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/laser-firmware-intern-summer-2027-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA. Build and extend hardware-in-the-loop test setups that run laser firmware against real hardware. Write automated test cases that characterize laser behavior and catch firmware regressions. Analyze HIL test data and report failures and performance trends to the team. Research approaches for deploying machine learning versions of laser control algorithms on embedded targets. Prototype an edge ML implementation in…</description></item><item><title>Senior Optical Systems Validation Engineer - Optical Circuit Switch (OCS) at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optical-systems-validation-engineer-optical-circuit-s-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optical-systems-validation-engineer-optical-circuit-s-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, California. We are seeking a Senior Optical Systems Validation Engineer to lead the validation of optical switching technology in representative data-center communication systems. Working closely with photonics, hardware, firmware, and systems engineering, you will own the bring-up of optical link and bit-error-rate setups, define validation plans, and quantify performance under customer-relevant operating conditions. Your work…</description></item><item><title>Manager, Optical Validation at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/manager-optical-validation-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/manager-optical-validation-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Milpitas, California. The Optical Validation Manager will ensure sub-assemblies and blades will be validated according to plan. He/She will lead the team in characterization, test, binning, and failure analysis for next-generation optical modules based on Silicon-Photonics for quantum computing applications. In this role, you will lead the validation activities for the next generation of products, from initial proof of concept of new…</description></item><item><title>Optical Test Engineer, AI Satellites (Starmind) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-test-engineer-ai-satellites-starmind-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-test-engineer-ai-satellites-starmind-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Bastrop, TX. , you will need to automate test procedures and data collection for high volume products, as well as train other team members on the operation of optical test and metrology equipment. RESPONSIBILITIES Design, build, and operate optical metrology and test systems Use test data to troubleshoot issues with optical flight hardware Automate optical test equipment and data collection Instruct technicians on operation of…</description></item><item><title>Manufacturing Specialist (Optical Production) - Both Shifts at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/manufacturing-specialist-optical-production-both-shifts-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/manufacturing-specialist-optical-production-both-shifts-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Execute and manage new configuration introduction into production area Perform process development and validation on new designs in extremely aggressive timelines First-level triage of test failures by reading and interpreting test logs and telemetry Assess non-conforming hardware and drive resolution and preventative actions Design and implement assembly fixtures/shop aides to improve manufacturing process Identify…</description></item><item><title>Senior Optical Engineering Manager at Lambda</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optical-engineering-manager-lambda/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optical-engineering-manager-lambda/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Dublin, Ireland. Own optical networking planning, delivery and operation end to end — and be accountable for capacity landing ahead of demand - Build and lead the organization that delivers it: hire, develop and retain engineers and the leaders who manage them, and design the team structure as the org grows - Set the multi-year technical strategy for optical capacity automation to ensure it continually scales - Convert manual…</description></item><item><title>Network Connectivity Engineer, Fiber Optic Layout (Starmind) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/network-connectivity-engineer-fiber-optic-layout-starmind-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/network-connectivity-engineer-fiber-optic-layout-starmind-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Bastrop, TX. Design and plan scalable, future-proof data center connectivity for clusters of hundreds of thousands of GPUs, including structured cabling plants that support evolving architectures and speeds beyond 800G Procure fiber, copper, and other connectivity materials for new builds, expansions, and technology refreshes Provide project management and construction oversight for connectivity scope on new data center builds…</description></item><item><title>Sourcing Manager, Mechanical &amp; Optical Commodities (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sourcing-manager-mechanical-optical-commodities-starlink-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sourcing-manager-mechanical-optical-commodities-starlink-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Develop and manage supply base (domestic and international) that enables rapid design iteration Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development Own supply continuity, capacity planning, and production readiness for rapidly scaling programs Drive supplier negotiations including pricing, LTAs, capacity…</description></item><item><title>Photonics Characterization Intern- Winter 2026 at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-characterization-intern-winter-2026-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-characterization-intern-winter-2026-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA. Participate in electro-optic testing of photonics chips/devices, leveraging hands-on laboratory experience and working with various optical instruments. Conduct tests and characterization of silicon photonics components, including micro-rings, optical phase shifters, and Mach-Zehnder interferometers. Operate a range of optical equipment such as lasers, electro-optic modulators, semiconductor optical amplifiers, PIN…</description></item><item><title>Laser Tracker Toolmaker (Starship) - Night Shift at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/laser-tracker-toolmaker-starship-night-shift-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/laser-tracker-toolmaker-starship-night-shift-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Starbase, TX. , you will work as part of an elite team building and improving the mechanical systems and tooling operations at our Starship manufacturing and launch facilities. You will directly contribute to the success of the Starship program and all test flights and missions. RESPONSIBILITIES: Use in-depth familiarity of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&amp;T) to interpret blueprints at all assembly levels Collect…</description></item><item><title>Manager, Photonics Hardware Validation Engineering at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/manager-photonics-hardware-validation-engineering-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/manager-photonics-hardware-validation-engineering-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Milpitas, California. The Engineering Manager, Photonics Hardware Validation owns the characterization, verification, validation, performance classification, and failure analysis of electro-optical subassemblies integrated with custom photonic integrated circuits (PICs). The primary focus of this role is the validation of single-photon sources and detectors, including the associated RF signal readout chain. This role leads validation…</description></item><item><title>Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Photonics Manufacturing &amp; NPI at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-manufacturing-engineer-photonics-manufacturing-npi-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-manufacturing-engineer-photonics-manufacturing-npi-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Milpitas, California. This role serves as the manufacturing engineering owner responsible for transitioning advanced photonic hardware from Research &amp; Development into pilot manufacturing, production, and eventual high-volume manufacturing. Working closely with Process Engineering, Design Engineering, Test Validation Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations, you will develop scalable manufacturing processes for hardware and…</description></item><item><title>Sr. Space Lasers Engineer, Satellites (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-space-lasers-engineer-satellites-starlink-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-space-lasers-engineer-satellites-starlink-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Apply optics and photonics knowledge to optical system development, including design, analysis, and validation Represent the optical system in program-level, cross-disciplinary trades and issue resolution Define requirements for high-performant optical systems in challenging environmental conditions Lead optical architecture definition through internal trade studies, concept of operations definition, and risk…</description></item><item><title>Space Lasers Engineer, Satellites (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/space-lasers-engineer-satellites-starlink-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/space-lasers-engineer-satellites-starlink-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Apply optics and photonics knowledge to optical system development, including design, analysis, and validation Represent the optical system in program-level, cross-disciplinary trades and issue resolution Define requirements for high-performant optical systems in challenging environmental conditions Lead optical architecture definition through internal trade studies, concept of operations definition, and risk…</description></item><item><title>Optical Engineer, Satellites (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-engineer-satellites-starlink-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-engineer-satellites-starlink-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Apply optics and photonics knowledge to optical system development, including design, analysis, and validation Represent the optical system in program-level, cross-disciplinary trades and issue resolution Define requirements for high-performant optical systems in challenging environmental conditions Lead optical architecture definition through internal trade studies, concept of operations definition, and risk…</description></item><item><title>Electro-Optical Engineer at Apex Technology</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/electro-optical-engineer-apex-technology/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/electro-optical-engineer-apex-technology/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Los Angeles. Apex is looking for an Electro-Optical Engineer to own our sensor products across the full development lifecycle, from clean-sheet concept to qualified, production-ready hardware. This role sits at the intersection of design, analysis, test, and production, acting as the technical authority that carries a sensor from architecture through qualification and into the field. You&#x27;ll own how our sensors perform in the…</description></item><item><title>Laser Tracker Toolmaker (Starship Launch Hardware) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/laser-tracker-toolmaker-starship-launch-hardware-spacex-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/laser-tracker-toolmaker-starship-launch-hardware-spacex-2/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Cape Canaveral, FL. Use in-depth familiarity of GD&amp;T to interpret blueprints at all assembly levels Collect geometric data via laser tracker through model-based software such as Verisurf Discern how best to establish a reference system for the current task, then apply it and install it both on and off the part Provide analysis of collected data and evaluate it to provide direction for remaining operations Integrate process monitoring…</description></item><item><title>Lead Manufacturing Engineer, Mesh Optical (Starmind) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/lead-manufacturing-engineer-mesh-optical-starmind-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/lead-manufacturing-engineer-mesh-optical-starmind-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Bastrop, TX. Own manufacturing engineering strategy and production execution across the factory, including line scaling, capacity planning, and production readiness for new products Design and scale automated production cells for precision electro-mechanical and optical assemblies, integrating robotics, alignment systems, inspection, and test automation Own product-to-manufacturing handoff in partnership with mechanical…</description></item><item><title>Senior Program Manager I - Laser Communications at Rocket Lab</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-program-manager-i-laser-communications-rocket-lab/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-program-manager-i-laser-communications-rocket-lab/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Long Beach, CA. to grow alongside the company. Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave…</description></item><item><title>Senior Program Manager II - Laser Communications at Rocket Lab</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-program-manager-ii-laser-communications-rocket-lab/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-program-manager-ii-laser-communications-rocket-lab/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Long Beach, CA. to grow alongside the company. Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave…</description></item><item><title>Photonics Layout Engineer at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-layout-engineer-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-layout-engineer-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, California. Quantum computing promises to solve many important problems that could never be solved on any conventional computer. At PsiQuantum, we’re building a general-purpose silicon photonic quantum computer to tackle these very problems. We are looking for an energetic, highly motivated Photonic Layout Engineer who will be responsible for the design, layout, and verification of photonic integrated circuits (PIC) for foundry…</description></item><item><title>Embedded Software Engineer, Laser Mesh Routing (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/embedded-software-engineer-laser-mesh-routing-starlink-spacex-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/embedded-software-engineer-laser-mesh-routing-starlink-spacex-2/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Bellevue, WA. Build and maintain the lean, high-reliability Linux-based operating system that underpins our supercomputer network fabric and Starlink laser mesh of satellites. Write (or rewrite) high-performance device drivers to extract the maximum physical capability from our network and compute hardware. Manage deployment, operation, and debugging of our platform in production, including: Rigorous resolution and root-causing…</description></item><item><title>Embedded Software Engineer, Laser Mesh Routing (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/embedded-software-engineer-laser-mesh-routing-starlink-spacex-3/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/embedded-software-engineer-laser-mesh-routing-starlink-spacex-3/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, CA. Build and maintain the lean, high-reliability Linux-based operating system that underpins our supercomputer network fabric and Starlink laser mesh of satellites. Write (or rewrite) high-performance device drivers to extract the maximum physical capability from our network and compute hardware. Manage deployment, operation, and debugging of our platform in production, including: Rigorous resolution and root-causing…</description></item><item><title>Embedded Software Engineer, Laser Mesh Routing (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/embedded-software-engineer-laser-mesh-routing-starlink-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/embedded-software-engineer-laser-mesh-routing-starlink-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Build and maintain the lean, high-reliability Linux-based operating system that underpins our supercomputer network fabric and Starlink laser mesh of satellites. Write (or rewrite) high-performance device drivers to extract the maximum physical capability from our network and compute hardware. Manage deployment, operation, and debugging of our platform in production, including: Rigorous resolution and root-causing…</description></item><item><title>Electro-Optic Link Hardware Engineer at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/electro-optic-link-hardware-engineer-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/electro-optic-link-hardware-engineer-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA; Mountain View, CA. Run hands-on lab characterization and debug of high-speed electrical/optical hardware, including novel failure modes Build system-level electrical/optical/EO channel models and correlate them against your own bench measurements Own link budget and verification methodology while staying hands-on with the validating measurements Characterize eye diagrams, BER, jitter, equalization, and channel impairments Support…</description></item><item><title>Opticien (contrat freelance) 🇫🇷 at Alan</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/opticien-contrat-freelance-alan/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/opticien-contrat-freelance-alan/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Paris, France. 🐼 Qui est Alan ? En France, des millions de personnes renoncent aux soins faute de temps, d&#x27;accès ou de moyens. Alan est né pour changer ça — en combinant assurance santé et clinique virtuelle dans une seule application pour devenir un vrai partenaire santé. L&#x27;optique est au cœur de la promesse d’Alan &quot;La santé ne peut pas attendre&quot;. Avec l&#x27;Alan Shop, nos membres achètent lunettes et lentilles de contact depuis…</description></item><item><title>Automation &amp; Controls Engineer (Starlink Optical Products) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/automation-controls-engineer-starlink-optical-products-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/automation-controls-engineer-starlink-optical-products-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Design, build, qualify and implement projects spanning machine design, robotics and manufacturing processes from initial ideation to production use Architect, write, and debug PLC code Implement vision systems for robotic guidance, quality control and data collection Design systems to control processes, track factory performance and collaborate across teams to increase manufacturing efficiency in a data driven way…</description></item><item><title>Microelectronics Process Engineer (Optical Products) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/microelectronics-process-engineer-optical-products-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/microelectronics-process-engineer-optical-products-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Manage new product introduction and develop production processes for Micro-E assemblies Work with machine vendors to procure, operate, and improve device manufacturing equipment Design and execute DOE to optimize microelectronic production processes for high volume and high reliability Collaborate with design teams and provide design feedback to improve manufacturability and reliability of opto-electronic devices…</description></item><item><title>Principal Optical Systems Engineer at Celero Communications, Inc.</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/principal-optical-systems-engineer-celero-communications-inc/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/principal-optical-systems-engineer-celero-communications-inc/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Ottawa, Canada. We are seeking a Principal Optical Systems Engineer to join our newly established optical system verification team at Celero Inc. The successful candidate will help lead system integration and validation of advanced coherent optical DSP solutions. Key areas of focus include defining system specifications, delivering test strategies for DSP and optical integration, supporting firmware solutions to resolve integration…</description></item><item><title>Sr. Optical Transceiver Engineer - High Speed Links, Satelites (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-optical-transceiver-engineer-high-speed-links-satelites-s-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-optical-transceiver-engineer-high-speed-links-satelites-s-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Apply interdisciplinary knowledge, spanning photonics, electrical engineering/signals, and mechanical engineering concepts to data communication system development, including design, analysis, and validation Represent the optical data communication network in program-level, cross-disciplinary trades and issue resolution Perform trade space analysis between various optical interconnect technologies and approaches to…</description></item><item><title>Silicon Photonics Design Engineer (RFIC Engineering) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/silicon-photonics-design-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/silicon-photonics-design-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, CA. , you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation PIC for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has not previously been available, affordable or reliable. Join us to help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, analyze and simulate optical…</description></item><item><title>Sr. Silicon Photonics Design Engineer (RFIC Engineering) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-silicon-photonics-design-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-silicon-photonics-design-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex-2/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, CA. , you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation PIC for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has not previously been available, affordable or reliable. Join us to help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, analyze, and simulate optical…</description></item><item><title>Sr. High-Speed Electro-Optical IC Engineer (RFIC Engineering) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-high-speed-electro-optical-ic-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-high-speed-electro-optical-ic-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, CA. , you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation PIC/EIC for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has not previously been available, affordable or reliable. Join us to help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, simulate and model…</description></item><item><title>High-Speed Electro-Optical IC Engineer (RFIC Engineering) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/high-speed-electro-optical-ic-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/high-speed-electro-optical-ic-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex-2/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, CA. , you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation PIC/EIC for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has not previously been available, affordable or reliable. Join us to help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, analyze and simulate drivers…</description></item><item><title>Director, Electro-Optical Validation at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/director-electro-optical-validation-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/director-electro-optical-validation-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Milpitas, California. The Electro-Optical Validation Director will ensure sub-assemblies and blades will be validated according to plan. He/She will lead the team in characterization, test, binning, failure analysis for next-generation high-speed, electro-optical modules based on Silicon-Photonics for quantum computing applications. In this role, you will define the global validation strategy for the next generation of products, from…</description></item><item><title>Photonics Engineer at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-engineer-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-engineer-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, California. Quantum computing promises to solve many important problems that could never be solved on any conventional computer. At PsiQuantum, we’re building a general-purpose silicon photonic quantum computer to tackle these very problems. We are seeking a creative and innovative individual with strong fundamentals in photonic devices and circuits. This role focuses on pushing the boundaries of high-performance integrated…</description></item><item><title>Sr. Optical Engineer (Starshield) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-optical-engineer-starshield-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-optical-engineer-starshield-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Hawthorne, CA. Apply optics and photonics knowledge to optical system development, including design, analysis, and validation Represent the optical system in program-level, cross-disciplinary trades and issue resolution Define requirements for high-performant optical systems in challenging environmental conditions Lead optical architecture definition through internal trade studies, concept of operations definition, and risk…</description></item><item><title>Sensor Intelligence Engineer II (Biomedical Optics) at Whoop</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sensor-intelligence-engineer-ii-biomedical-optics-whoop/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sensor-intelligence-engineer-ii-biomedical-optics-whoop/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA. , you will translate optical sensing concepts into validated systems and algorithms that enable meaningful physiological insights for WHOOP members. Working at the intersection of AD, hardware, firmware, data science, and human physiology, you will combine theoretical modeling, hands-on experimentation, and data analysis to inform future sensing capabilities and product development. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Drive the…</description></item><item><title>Staff Photonics Design &amp; PDK Modeling Engineer at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-photonics-design-pdk-modeling-engineer-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-photonics-design-pdk-modeling-engineer-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA; Mountain View, CA; Toronto, ON. , you will develop our internal Process Design Kit (PDK). You will act as the architect of our component library, bridging the gap between photonics device design and system-level verification. You will develop robust compact models for active and passive components, ensuring that our simulation environment accurately predicts the behavior of our physical layouts. You will work heavily in Python, EDA tools, applying…</description></item><item><title>Senior Optical Test Engineer at Muon Space</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optical-test-engineer-muon-space/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optical-test-engineer-muon-space/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Mountain View, CA. Muon seeks a Senior Optical Test Engineer to join our team in Mountain View, CA developing infrared remote sensing instruments. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated engineer with a versatile skill set, comfortable diving into everything from precision optical metrology to rigorous environmental testing. In this role, you will drive the hands-on testing, characterization, and environmental qualification of…</description></item><item><title>Senior Staff Optics Engineer, Network Qualification &amp; Strategy at Crusoe</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-staff-optics-engineer-network-qualification-strategy-crusoe/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-staff-optics-engineer-network-qualification-strategy-crusoe/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>San Francisco, CA - US. Crusoe is on a mission to accelerate the abundance of energy and intelligence. As the only vertically integrated AI infrastructure company built from the ground up, we own and operate each layer of the stack — from electrons to tokens — to power the world&#x27;s most ambitious AI workloads. When you join Crusoe, you join a team that is building the future, faster. We&#x27;re in the midst of the greatest industrial revolution…</description></item><item><title>Photonics Engineer - Fiber Amplifiers, Satellites (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-engineer-fiber-amplifiers-satellites-starlink-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-engineer-fiber-amplifiers-satellites-starlink-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Own the development of fiber amplifier systems for laser communications, including requirements definition, system design and analysis, and design validation. Conduct validation and verification testing, including environmental qualification (thermal, TVAC, and radiation considerations), performance characterization, reliability testing, and fault injection testing Work closely with manufacturing and supply chain…</description></item><item><title>Optical Engineer - Memphis at xAI</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-engineer-memphis-xai/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-engineer-memphis-xai/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Southaven, MS; Memphis, TN. Own end-to-end optical and fiber design for AI training and inference fabrics: fiber cabling, cassette/panel architecture, polarity, breakout, reach, and connector strategy (MPO-12/16, SN, MDC, LC, OSFP / QSFP-DD) Write and verify link budgets for scale-out and scale-up interconnect (SMF/MMF, AOC/DAC, DR/FR/LR, InfiniBand and Ethernet), including loss, reflections, FEC, and realistic install margins Develop and…</description></item><item><title>Sr. Staff Product Manager (Photonics) at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-staff-product-manager-photonics-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-staff-product-manager-photonics-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA; Mountain View, CA. , you will be responsible for leading our product definition, rollout, and product introduction to drive design wins with the industry&#x27;s top semiconductor and cloud vendors for our photonics-enabled solutions. Reporting directly to the Director, Product Management, you will work with engineering, sales, operations, finance, and the executive team to accelerate the adoption of Lightmatter products in segment-defining…</description></item><item><title>Senior System Integration &amp; Optical Validation Engineer at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-system-integration-optical-validation-engineer-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-system-integration-optical-validation-engineer-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Milpitas, California. The Senior System Integration &amp; Optical Validation Engineer is responsible for leading the integration, system-level verification and validation (IV&amp;V), and operational readiness of complex photonic quantum computing systems. This role develops integration strategies, test methodologies, validation processes, and deployment procedures to ensure integrated systems meet performance, reliability, and operational…</description></item><item><title>Senior/Staff Electro-Optic Hardware Design Engineer at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-staff-electro-optic-hardware-design-engineer-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-staff-electro-optic-hardware-design-engineer-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Milpitas, California. We are seeking a senior- or staff-level engineer to own the detailed design, integration, and qualification of electro-optic hardware modules used in advanced photonic systems. Working alongside the Photonic Hardware Architect, this role turns system requirements and high-level concepts into robust rack-mountable or blade-format products containing optical amplifiers, attenuators, polarization controllers, power…</description></item><item><title>Optics Technician at IonQ</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optics-technician-ionq/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optics-technician-ionq/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Oxford, England, United Kingdom. Role: At IonQ, we’re building quantum computers by combining trapped-ion technology with modern microwave engineering. In this role, you’ll contribute directly to the technical projects that support those systems. We’re searching for a Technician to join our growing Optical Manufacturing team to provide assistance with the control of parts and hands-on building of our sub-assemblies. You’ll work alongside engineers…</description></item><item><title>Senior Optical Packaging &amp; Assembly Engineer at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optical-packaging-assembly-engineer-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optical-packaging-assembly-engineer-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Daresbury, England. The Senior Optical Packaging Engineer is responsible for developing &amp; implementing high-performance, robust &amp; scalable opto-electronic packaging workflows for a variety of chip-based photonic integrated circuits. This work will be carried out in PsiQuantum’s UK R&amp;D facility located in Daresbury Lab. Responsibilities: Develop an optical package and fibre-to-chip alignment scheme that allows for high alignment…</description></item><item><title>Electro-Optic Link Hardware Engineer at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/electro-optic-link-hardware-engineer-lightmatter-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/electro-optic-link-hardware-engineer-lightmatter-2/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Mountain View, CA. Run hands-on lab characterization and debug of high-speed electrical/optical hardware, including novel failure modes Build system-level electrical/optical/EO channel models and correlate them against your own bench measurements Own link budget and verification methodology while staying hands-on with the validating measurements Characterize eye diagrams, BER, jitter, equalization, and channel impairments Support…</description></item><item><title>Manufacturing Engineer - Supplier Development, Optics &amp; Optomechanical Systems (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/manufacturing-engineer-supplier-development-optics-optomecha-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/manufacturing-engineer-supplier-development-optics-optomecha-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Improve quality, cost, delivery, and capacity metrics for mechanical hardware used in the Starlink satellite and ground station systems Collaborate with design, materials, and manufacturing engineers to gain an in-depth knowledge of piece part, assembly, metrology, and/or sub-system design intent Drive design for manufacturing feedback and best practices with peer teams for efficient and highly scalable production…</description></item><item><title>Principal Photonic Device Design Engineer at IonQ</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/principal-photonic-device-design-engineer-ionq/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/principal-photonic-device-design-engineer-ionq/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Santa Barbara, California, United States. We are seeking a Principal Photonic Device Design Engineer to join our integrated photonics team. In this role, you will serve as a technical leader for the design and development of semiconductor lasers and other active photonic devices for heterogeneous integrated platforms supporting scalable quantum and classical systems. You will define device architecture and technology roadmaps, lead designs from concept…</description></item><item><title>Laser Tracker Toolmaker (Starship) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/laser-tracker-toolmaker-starship-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/laser-tracker-toolmaker-starship-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Starbase, TX. , you will work as part of an elite team building and improving the mechanical systems and tooling operations at our Starship manufacturing and launch facilities. You will directly contribute to the success of the Starship program and all test flights and missions. RESPONSIBILITIES: Use in-depth familiarity of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&amp;T) to interpret blueprints at all assembly levels Collect…</description></item><item><title>Photonics Sensing Architect at Oura</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-sensing-architect-oura/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-sensing-architect-oura/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Hybrid - San Francisco, California. Sensor Architecture &amp; Design Define, prototype and validate new sensors (optical like raman, spectroscopy, photoacoustic, QCL etc) for low-power wearable platforms. Translate sensing requirements into robust hardware specifications aligned with product goals. Development &amp; Integration Lead integration of optical sensors into Oura hardware, ensuring calibration, noise management, power efficiency, and high-quality…</description></item><item><title>Optical Engineering Intern Summer 2027 at Rocket Lab</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-engineering-intern-summer-2027-rocket-lab/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-engineering-intern-summer-2027-rocket-lab/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Tucson, AZ. to support the Optical Team with building test setups, running experiments and analyzing data. This team focuses on optical technologies by merging optical engineering and optical sciences skills to create systems that are designed to push the limit of optical capabilities. WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO As an intern, you will work closely with your mentor and other employees within the department to apply your knowledge and…</description></item><item><title>Senior Optics Technician at IonQ</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optics-technician-ionq/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optics-technician-ionq/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Oxford, England, United Kingdom. We are looking for a Senior Optics Technician to join the Optical Manufacturing team at Oxford Ionics, now part of IonQ. You will build and commission the optics and laser assemblies used in our quantum systems, supporting system builds, maintenance and upgrades alongside technicians, engineers and scientists. Responsibilities: You will work on precision optical assembly, free space alignment and fibre coupling…</description></item><item><title>Silicon, Hardware, &amp; Photonics Engineering Intern – Summer 2027 at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/silicon-hardware-photonics-engineering-intern-summer-2027-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/silicon-hardware-photonics-engineering-intern-summer-2027-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA; Mountain View, CA. Depending on your background, you&#x27;ll contribute to one or more of these areas: Photonics &amp; Silicon Engineering — Support design and simulation of optical components and photonic interconnects that move data at the speed of light. Product Engineering — Help develop and run tests that validate silicon photonics products from the lab bench to manufacturable hardware. 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Reporting to the Head of Partnerships &amp; Strategic Sourcing, you will lead sourcing across fiber cable assemblies, internal optical harnesses, fiber shuffles, optical backplane assemblies, connectorized and…</description></item><item><title>Sr Staff Integrated Photonics Laser Systems Architect at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-staff-integrated-photonics-laser-systems-architect-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-staff-integrated-photonics-laser-systems-architect-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Toronto, ON. , you will define the architecture of Guide™, Lightmatter&#x27;s laser platform that supplies multi-wavelength optical power to photonic interconnects for AI infrastructure, and of Data-SOA, the semiconductor optical amplifier that boosts modulated data signals in the optical link. You will turn product and customer requirements into these architectures. For Guide, that means laser source technology, channel count and…</description></item><item><title>Sr Staff Integrated Photonics Laser Systems Architect at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-staff-integrated-photonics-laser-systems-architect-lightmatter-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-staff-integrated-photonics-laser-systems-architect-lightmatter-2/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA; Mountain View, CA. , you will define the architecture of Guide™, Lightmatter&#x27;s laser platform that supplies multi-wavelength optical power to photonic interconnects for AI infrastructure, and of Data-SOA, the semiconductor optical amplifier that boosts modulated data signals in the optical link. You will turn product and customer requirements into these architectures. 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The Technical Product Management Lead will serve as the technical face of the product to customers, partners, and the broader industry. This role will lead detailed specification negotiations and technical engagements with customer architecture teams, translating customer constraints and needs into clear, actionable product requirements. The Lead will partner closely with engineering on product priorities…</description></item><item><title>Staff Fiber Optics System Engineer at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-fiber-optics-system-engineer-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-fiber-optics-system-engineer-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Milpitas, California. The Staff Fiber Optics System Engineer reports into the System Design organization. This role supports the Optical Distribution Network (ODN) design and integration for current and future systems. This includes the design, development, integration and validation of the fiber network and hardware to support the complex fiber network needed in our quantum systems. Responsibilities: Support end-to-end system fiber link…</description></item><item><title>Network Connectivity Engineer, Fiber Optic Layout - Memphis at xAI</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/network-connectivity-engineer-fiber-optic-layout-memphis-xai/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/network-connectivity-engineer-fiber-optic-layout-memphis-xai/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Southaven, MS; Memphis, TN. 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Own mechanical, electro-mechanical, and actuator hardware from conceptual design through production and on-orbit operation Design precision mechanisms and actuators — gimbals, fast-steering stages, flexures, launch locks, and related kinematics — that meet pointing, stiffness, mass, and reliability requirements Develop structural designs and load paths for laser terminals or imaging payloads; perform and interpret…</description></item><item><title>Electrical Hardware Engineer - Optics, Satellites (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/electrical-hardware-engineer-optics-satellites-starlink-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/electrical-hardware-engineer-optics-satellites-starlink-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Rapidly develop high-reliability electronics for satellites and spacecraft. Drive system trades, requirements capture, componentselection, analysis, schematic capture, PCB layout, prototyping, hardware bring-up, debugging, documentation, manufacturing, test, and on-orbit performance of complex electrical designs Get hands-on and support hardware through production, satellite integration, and flight Work closely with…</description></item><item><title>Staff/Sr Staff Electro-Optic Link Codesign Engineer at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-sr-staff-electro-optic-link-codesign-engineer-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-sr-staff-electro-optic-link-codesign-engineer-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA; Mountain View, CA. Develop, own, and continuously improve electro-optic link simulation models covering photonic device, propagation, and channel BER — from electron to photon to electron. Build multi-physics models that combine optical propagation (VPI Photonics, Lumerical INTERCONNECT / FDTD, sax), analog circuit behavior (Cadence Virtuoso / Spectre, Verilog-A)) into a coherent link analysis framework. Execute comprehensive corner…</description></item><item><title>Staff /Sr Staff Laser Module &amp; Systems Characterization Engineer at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-sr-staff-laser-module-systems-characterization-enginee-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-sr-staff-laser-module-systems-characterization-enginee-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Mountain View, CA. Lead optical performance optimization (OPO) and initial bring-up for Guide ™ Laser modules; define and execute bring-up sequences from unpowered to full operating condition. Develop and own the bringup-to-eVT hand-off package: measurement summary, pass/fail criteria, and known-good reference data. Own characterization campaigns involving Guide and Passage based optical links, including end-to-end link validation…</description></item><item><title>Senior Director, Finance Business Partner – Optical Circuit Switch (OCS) at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-director-finance-business-partner-optical-circuit-swi-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-director-finance-business-partner-optical-circuit-swi-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, California. The Senior Director, Finance Business Partner – Optical Circuit Switch (OCS) serves as the strategic finance leader supporting the General Manager and leadership team of the Optical Circuit Switch business unit. 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Design new electrical hardware, PCBAs, and implement targeted modifications to improve reliability, manufacturability, and expand printer capabilities Create and release documentation for fabrication of PCBs Provide extreme ownership of electronic hardware on additive machines from development through implementation Drive changes to electrical schematics and mechanical drawings that improve reliability…</description></item><item><title>Optical Engineer (Starshield) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-engineer-starshield-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-engineer-starshield-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Hawthorne, CA. Apply optics and photonics knowledge to optical system development, including design, analysis, and validation Represent the optical system in program-level, cross-disciplinary trades and issue resolution Define requirements for high-performant optical systems in challenging environmental conditions Lead optical architecture definition through internal trade studies, concept of operations definition, and risk…</description></item><item><title>Sourcing Specialist, Mechanical &amp; Optical Commodities (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sourcing-specialist-mechanical-optical-commodities-starlink-spacex-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sourcing-specialist-mechanical-optical-commodities-starlink-spacex-2/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Bastrop, TX. Develop and manage supply base (domestic and international) that enables rapid design iteration Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development Own supply continuity, capacity planning, and production readiness for rapidly scaling programs Drive supplier negotiations including pricing, LTAs, capacity…</description></item><item><title>Optical Transceiver Engineer - High Speed Links, Satellites (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-transceiver-engineer-high-speed-links-satellites-sta-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optical-transceiver-engineer-high-speed-links-satellites-sta-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Apply interdisciplinary knowledge, spanning photonics, electrical engineering/signals, and mechanical engineering concepts to data communication system development, including design, analysis, and validation Represent the optical data communication network in program-level, cross-disciplinary trades and issue resolution Perform trade space analysis between various optical interconnect technologies and approaches to…</description></item><item><title>Staff Photonics Design and Layout Engineer at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-photonics-design-and-layout-engineer-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-photonics-design-and-layout-engineer-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Boston, MA; Mountain View, CA. , you will be working closely with photonics, product, architecture, analog, digital and packaging teams to floorplan, design and layout block- and chip-scale photonic circuits. You will be tasked with supporting photonic products throughout their entire development cycle, from a clean sheet concept all the way to the tapeout and bring-up. Leveraging our industry-leading and proprietary photonics integration and…</description></item><item><title>Silicon Photonics Design Engineer (RFIC Engineering) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/silicon-photonics-design-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/silicon-photonics-design-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex-2/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. , you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation PIC for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has not previously been available, affordable or reliable. Join us to help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, analyze and simulate optical…</description></item><item><title>High-Speed Electro-Optical IC Engineer (RFIC Engineering) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/high-speed-electro-optical-ic-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/high-speed-electro-optical-ic-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. , you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation PIC/EIC for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has not previously been available, affordable or reliable. Join us to help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, analyze and simulate drivers…</description></item><item><title>Sr. Silicon Photonics Design Engineer (RFIC Engineering) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-silicon-photonics-design-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-silicon-photonics-design-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. , you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation PIC for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has not previously been available, affordable or reliable. Join us to help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, analyze, and simulate optical…</description></item><item><title>Sr. High-Speed Electro-Optical IC Engineer (RFIC Engineering) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-high-speed-electro-optical-ic-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-high-speed-electro-optical-ic-engineer-rfic-engineering-spacex-2/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. , you will be developing cutting-edge next-generation PIC/EIC for deployment in space and ground infrastructures around the globe. These chips are enabling connectivity in places it has not previously been available, affordable or reliable. Join us to help deliver cutting-edge solutions that will expand the performance and capabilities of the Starlink network. RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, simulate and model…</description></item><item><title>Photonics Hardware Validation Engineer at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-hardware-validation-engineer-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonics-hardware-validation-engineer-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Mountain View, CA. , you will design, develop, and build photonic test systems that are critical to the characterization and validation of our products. You will collaborate closely with device, hardware, software, and digital and analog design teams to support the end-to-end development, validation, and qualification of photonic systems and their key components. Join a tight-knit team where each individual’s contributions directly…</description></item><item><title>Optics Engineering Lead at Neko Health</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optics-engineering-lead-neko-health/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/optics-engineering-lead-neko-health/</guid><pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Stockholm. We&#x27;re looking for an Optics Engineering Lead with systems design experience. You&#x27;ll work across the full life cycle — from early concept and simulation through to production validation — partnering with our hardware, software, and clinical teams to make sure our imaging delivers diagnostic-grade results at scale. At Neko, optics is a key discipline. It&#x27;s a hands-on role with real responsibility, on a team that moves…</description></item><item><title>Senior Laser &amp; SOA Characterization Engineer at Lightmatter</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-laser-soa-characterization-engineer-lightmatter/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-laser-soa-characterization-engineer-lightmatter/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Mountain View, CA. , you will lead advanced characterization, bring-up, validation, and root-cause analysis of semiconductor lasers, tunable laser sources, DFB lasers, external-cavity lasers, laser diodes, and semiconductor optical amplifiers. 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RESPONSIBILITIES: Design, build, and operate optical metrology and test systems Use test data to troubleshoot issues with optical flight hardware Automate optical test equipment and data collection Instruct technicians on operation of…</description></item><item><title>Mechanical Engineer, Optical &amp; Space Lasers Manufacturing (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/mechanical-engineer-optical-space-lasers-manufacturing-starl-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/mechanical-engineer-optical-space-lasers-manufacturing-starl-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Manage integration build flow and test operations Evaluate proposed designs for manufacturability and integration Translate design requirements into test procedures Design fixtures, mechanisms, fluid systems and other types of hardware to support safe, efficient, and reliable testing of satellite systems Create detailed documentation for test systems including engineering drawings and schematics Utilize hand…</description></item><item><title>Validation Engineer, Electro-Optical devices at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/validation-engineer-electro-optical-devices-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/validation-engineer-electro-optical-devices-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Milpitas, California. The alidation Engineer, Electro-Optical devices will be responsible for implementing the methods and technics to validate the performance of various electro-optical subsystems, perform measures, collect data and provide reports. Responsibilities: Define figures of merits and validation plans for the cryogenic electro-optical assemblies. Design and build laboratory setups comprised of light sources, detector…</description></item><item><title>Senior Automation Engineer, Optical Packaging at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-automation-engineer-optical-packaging-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-automation-engineer-optical-packaging-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Milpitas, California. We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Automation Engineer, Optical Packaging to lead the design, development, and deployment of automation solutions across our precision systems. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in enabling automated control of high-precision optical alignment systems, including those using nano-positioners to accelerate R&amp;D, manufacturing, and testing processes. This is…</description></item><item><title>Photonic Design Engineer at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonic-design-engineer-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/photonic-design-engineer-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Remote. This position is for a Photonic Design Engineer within the Circuit Team. This role is intended to expand the team’s design, validation, and data analysis capabilities in support of the growing demand for PIC development activities including large-scale data analysis, wafer screening, and system-level validation. In addition, the team is initiating a new program focused on the development of integrated…</description></item><item><title>Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, Laser Mesh Routing (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-embedded-software-engineer-laser-mesh-routing-starlink-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-embedded-software-engineer-laser-mesh-routing-starlink-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, CA. , your software will have a meaningful and measurable impact on the world. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop highly reliable, real-time software that determines which beams (user, laser, gateway, etc) should be formed in order to provide the best possible user experience for our low-latency, high-bandwidth satellite-based global network. Participate in and lead architecture, design, and code reviews. Develop prototypes and…</description></item><item><title>Sr. Embedded Software Engineer, Laser Mesh Routing (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-embedded-software-engineer-laser-mesh-routing-starlink-spacex-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sr-embedded-software-engineer-laser-mesh-routing-starlink-spacex-2/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. , your software will have a meaningful and measurable impact on the world. RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop highly reliable, real-time software that determines which beams (user, laser, gateway, etc) should be formed in order to provide the best possible user experience for our low-latency, high-bandwidth satellite-based global network. Participate in and lead architecture, design, and code reviews. Develop prototypes and…</description></item><item><title>Staff Software Engineer, Photonics at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-software-engineer-photonics-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/staff-software-engineer-photonics-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, California. As an integral part of the team developing a photonic quantum computer, the Staff Software Engineer will own the software that drives automated testing, calibration, and data acquisition across our fleet of electro-optical test stations including the sequencing, measurement, and instrument-control code that runs on the test stations built by our hardware test automation team. Responsibilities: Own and extend the…</description></item><item><title>Manufacturing Specialist (Optical Production) - 2nd Shift at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/manufacturing-specialist-optical-production-2nd-shift-spacex/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/manufacturing-specialist-optical-production-2nd-shift-spacex/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Redmond, WA. Execute and manage new configuration introduction into production area Perform process development and validation on new designs in extremely aggressive timelines First-level triage of test failures by reading and interpreting test logs and telemetry Assess non-conforming hardware and drive resolution and preventative actions Design and implement assembly fixtures/shop aides to improve manufacturing process Identify…</description></item><item><title>Senior Mechanical Engineer, Photonic Systems at PsiQuantum</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-mechanical-engineer-photonic-systems-psiquantum/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-mechanical-engineer-photonic-systems-psiquantum/</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Palo Alto, California. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for designing highly complex optomechanical and optoelectronic packages. You will work closely with photonics, packaging, process, test, quality, supply chain, and external manufacturing partners to translate architecture and requirements into buildable, manufacturable, and verifiable package designs. Strong design skills incorporating mechanics of materials…</description></item><item><title>Sourcing Manager, Mechanical &amp; Optical Commodities (Starlink) at SpaceX</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sourcing-manager-mechanical-optical-commodities-starlink-spacex-2/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/sourcing-manager-mechanical-optical-commodities-starlink-spacex-2/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Bastrop, TX. Develop and manage supply base (domestic and international) that enables rapid design iteration Work directly with key suppliers to develop and implement sourcing and cost management strategies that support existing platforms and new product development Own supply continuity, capacity planning, and production readiness for rapidly scaling programs Drive supplier negotiations including pricing, LTAs, capacity…</description></item><item><title>Senior Optical Engineer at Muon Space</title><link>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optical-engineer-muon-space/</link><guid>https://jobseveryhour.com/job/senior-optical-engineer-muon-space/</guid><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Mountain View, CA. Muon seeks a Senior Optical Engineer to act as a technical lead on our team in Mountain View, CA or Remote, developing infrared remote sensing instruments. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated expert with a versatile skill set, comfortable diving into everything from conceptual design and error budgeting to precision optical metrology and rigorous hardware execution. In this role, you will be the definitive…</description></item></channel></rss>