Optical Test Engineer

Optical Test Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Optical Test Engineer to design, develop, and execute test procedures for optical components and systems. The role involves analyzing test data to ensure that products meet performance and quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Create detailed test plans, procedures, and methodologies for optical systems and components.
• Conduct comprehensive optical tests and diagnostics using specialized equipment like interferometers, power meters, and spectrophotometers.
• Analyze test data, interpret performance results, generate technical reports, and make data-driven recommendations for product optimization.
• Develop and maintain automated test systems, often writing code in Python or MATLAB to enhance efficiency.
• Identify and resolve optical-related issues in prototypes and finished products.
• Work closely with design, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure product reliability and facilitate integration.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation, including test plans, work instructions, and performance reports.

Essential Skills:

• Deep understanding of optics, photonics, geometrical optics, and material properties.
• Ability to code in languages like Python or MATLAB and use optical analysis tools (e.g., Zemax, Code V).
• Experience operating and maintaining optical test equipment and precision measurement tools.
• 5+ years of experience as an optical test engineer.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Opto-Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with space systems, free space optical systems, and precision mechanisms.
• Familiarity with sources, metrology tools, optics, and equipment in the infrared spectrum.
• Experience with single mode fiber optics and free space fiber coupling.
• Proficiency in diffraction limited optical measurements, interferometry, and high-speed optical tracking.
• Experience with the space qualification of precision optical systems.

Work Environment:

The role requires working onsite in Northridge, CA, five days a week.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles, CA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2025.

About Actalent:

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.