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Optical Design Engineer III Salary in Columbus, Mississippi

Optical Design Engineer III Salary in Columbus, MS

How much does an Optical Design Engineer III make in Columbus, MS? The average Optical Design Engineer III salary in Columbus, MS is $125,100 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $116,100 and $134,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile Optical Design Engineer III Salary $107,906 Columbus,MS May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Optical Design Engineer III Salary $116,100 Columbus,MS May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Optical Design Engineer III Salary $125,100 Columbus,MS May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Optical Design Engineer III Salary $134,700 Columbus,MS May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Optical Design Engineer III Salary $143,440 Columbus,MS May 28, 2024
25% $116,100 10% $107,906 90% $143,440 75% $134,700 $125,100 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Optical Design Engineer III conducts research and development to develop component and system specifications, designs, and testing methodologies. Designs, models, analyzes, and tests optical, electro-optical, and opto mechanical systems and components. Being an Optical Design Engineer III requires a bachelor's degree in optical engineering, electrical engineering, physics. Utilizes optical design software and modeling tools such as Zemax and FRED. In addition, Optical Design Engineer III typically reports to a manager. Being an Optical Design Engineer III work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Working as an Optical Design Engineer III typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Optical Design Engineer II

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    Optical Design Engineer III

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Optical Design Engineer IV

    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Columbus, Mississippi    The city is located approximately 10 mi (16 km) west of the Mississippi-Alabama state line along U.S. Route 82, U.S. Route 45, and numerous state high....More

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