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# Optical Systems Integration Engineer

- **Company:** Beacon Photonics, Inc.
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $210,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Altium Designer, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, SolidWorks (CAD), Electronic Design Automation, Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), Visual Systems
- **Published:** October 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/0c745684-6642-425e-9397-ef0aa121a66d/optical-systems-integration-engineer

## About the Role

* B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or physics with 9+, 6+, or 3+ years of professional experience, respectively, in hands-on optical hardware integration
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 * Hands-on proficiency with standard optical and electrical lab instrumentation
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 * Practical experience working in an optics lab environment with lasers and optical components
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 * Familiarity with EDA tools such as Altium or similar for PCB schematic and layout review
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 * Proficiency with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) for mechanical housing and fixture design

## Description

We are seeking an exceptional Optical Systems Integration Engineer to join our rapidly growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for integrating photonic chips, control electronics, and mechanical housings into fieldable optical microsystems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in electro-optical system assembly, board-level bring-up, and functional verification. As a key team member, you will refine and deliver products, establish integration workflows, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and report directly to senior leadership. To apply, please send your resume to careers@beaconphotonics.com with the position in the subject line.