Optical Design Engineer IV Salary in the United States

Optical Design Engineer IV Salary

How much does an Optical Design Engineer IV make in the United States? The average Optical Design Engineer IV salary in the United States is $191,500 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $179,700 and $204,300. 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 IV Salary $168,957 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Optical Design Engineer IV Salary $179,700 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Optical Design Engineer IV Salary $191,500 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Optical Design Engineer IV Salary $204,300 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Optical Design Engineer IV Salary $215,954 US March 26, 2024
25% $179,700 10% $168,957 90% $215,954 75% $204,300 $191,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Optical Design Engineer IV 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 IV typically requires a master'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 IV typically reports to a manager. Being an Optical Design Engineer IV work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Working as an Optical Design Engineer IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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