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Staff Optics Engineer (Blacksburg, VA)


Job Location:

Blacksburg, VA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 150000 - 180000
Experience Required: 7years
Posted: 21 September 2026 (6 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 19 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Staff Optics Engineer
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Location: Blacksburg Virginia (relocation assistance available)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Engagement Type: Direct Hire
Final Interview:
Base Salary: $150000 to $180000 per year
Industry: Aerospace / Aviation / Defense
Category: Engineering Other Engineering
Clearance: Must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD security clearance and access U.S. export-controlled information

Position Summary

Dhaka Technologies Limited Company (DTLC) is hiring on behalf of its client an aerospace and defense technology company for a Staff Optics Engineer in Blacksburg Virginia. The Staff Optics Engineer serves as a technical leader responsible for the design development testing and support of advanced fiber optic laser and electro-optic technologies used in mission critical aerospace and defense applications. The role applies deep expertise in optical systems and fiber optic technologies to develop innovative solutions that support new product development and existing products throughout their lifecycle.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree
  • Seven or more years of experience in optical system design development and testing
  • Experience using Zemax for optical design simulation and optimization
  • Experience developing and integrating fiber optic technologies and devices
  • Strong understanding of laser systems optical alignment techniques and imaging based systems
  • Experience creating technical documentation test procedures and manufacturing processes
  • Knowledge of applicable standards related to lasers fiber optics and optical manufacturing processes
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex optical and electro-optical systems
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD security clearance and access U.S. export-controlled information

Candidate Information Form (please complete fully with your submission)

  1. Full name (as per ID)
  2. Present location (city and state)
  3. Phone number
  4. Email ID
  5. LinkedIn profile
  6. Work authorization / visa and validity
  7. Total work experience relevant experience years in USA
  8. Highest education (year of passing and college name)
  9. Certifications if any
  10. Availability for interview (preferred time)
  11. Currently on a project (yes/no); if yes reason for change or new project
  12. Willingness to travel across US/Canada as applicable
  13. Any interviews in the pipeline
  14. Any final interviews pending
  15. Comfortable with contract or full-time (please specify)
  16. Have you been submitted to the above client or vendor before
  17. Notice period
  18. Vacation plans in the next three months
  19. Do you have any final interviews or offers currently (yes/no)

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should send an updated resume along with the details above to



Required Skills:

Bachelors degree. Seven or more years of experience in optical system design development and testing. Experience using Zemax for optical design simulation and optimization. Experience developing and integrating fiber optic technologies and devices. Strong understanding of laser systems optical alignment techniques and imaging based systems. Experience creating technical documentation test procedures and manufacturing processes. Knowledge of applicable standards related to lasers fiber optics and optical manufacturing processes. Ability to troubleshoot complex optical and electro-optical systems. Ability to obtain a U.S. DoD security clearance and access U.S. export-controlled information.


Required Education:

Bachelors or more years of experience in optical system design development and using Zemax for optical design simulation and developing and integrating fiber optic technologies and understanding of laser systems optical alignment techniques and imaging based creating technical documentation test procedures and manufacturing of applicable standards related to