Senior Optical Engineer & Lightwave Tech Lead

Advantage Technical; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Generous vacation and paid sick leave

Job summary

Advantage Technical is looking for a Senior Manager of Lightwave Technology in Portsmouth, NH. You will lead a team of skilled engineers to develop next-generation subsea optical products, driving system architecture and overseeing manufacturing support. Applicants should have an advanced degree in optics or engineering and deep expertise in fiber-optic engineering. The role offers a competitive salary of up to $170k plus a bonus and includes benefits such as medical coverage, vacation days, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in fiber‑optic engineering, including hands‑on EDFA design.
• Demonstrated ability to lead high‑performing technical teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Guide end‑to‑end optical product development from concept through customer delivery.
• Oversee all optical amplifier engineering activities supporting program needs.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams spanning optical, electrical, mechanical, and firmware engineering.

Skills

Fiber-optic engineering

Optical amplifier design

Project planning

Verbal communication

Education

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Optics, Electrical Engineering, Physics

Job description

Advantage Technical is looking for a Senior Manager of Lightwave Technology in Portsmouth, NH. You will lead a team of skilled engineers to develop next-generation subsea optical products, driving system architecture and overseeing manufacturing support. Applicants should have an advanced degree in optics or engineering and deep expertise in fiber-optic engineering. The role offers a competitive salary of up to $170k plus a bonus and includes benefits such as medical coverage, vacation days, and tuition reimbursement.