Optical Systems Engineer: Hands-On Design, Test & Prototyping

ttmtech; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Optical Systems Engineer with strong optics and photonics fundamentals to design, build, and evaluate advanced optical systems.

The role requires translating optical theory into practical designs, coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams, and leading experimental validation from concept to manufacture. The candidate will contribute across feasibility studies, optical architecture, prototype integration, performance characterization,

Qualifications

• Education in a optics-related discipline with substantial relevant coursework or experience.

Responsibilities

• Translate functional objectives into optical requirements, system concepts and verification approaches.
• Develop and evaluate optical designs using analytical methods and simulations.
• Assess fabrication, alignment, environmental, and measurement factors affecting performance.
• Design, assemble, align, and troubleshoot optical experiments and prototype systems.
• Develop characterization methods and acceptance criteria with uncertainty analysis.
• Collaborate with mechanical and controls engineers on integration and testing.
• Prepare optical specifications, analyses, procedures, and reports.

Education

B.S. in Optical Engineering, Photonics, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related discipline

Job description

TTM Technologies, Inc. is seeking an Optical Systems Engineer with strong optics and photonics fundamentals to design, build, and evaluate advanced optical systems.

The role requires translating optical theory into practical designs, coordinating with mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing teams, and leading experimental validation from concept to manufacture. The candidate will contribute across feasibility studies, optical architecture, prototype integration, performance characterization,