Optical Engineer I Salary in Crestline, Kansas

Optical Engineer I Salary in Crestline, KS

How much does an Optical Engineer I make in Crestline, KS? The average Optical Engineer I salary in Crestline, KS is $90,321 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $81,705 and $96,989. 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 Engineer I Salary $73,861 Crestline,KS April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Optical Engineer I Salary $81,705 Crestline,KS April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Optical Engineer I Salary $90,321 Crestline,KS April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Optical Engineer I Salary $96,989 Crestline,KS April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Optical Engineer I Salary $103,061 Crestline,KS April 24, 2024
25% $81,705 10% $73,861 90% $103,061 75% $96,989 $90,321 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Optical Engineer I

Optical Engineer I designs and tests optical technologies, systems, and components. Conducts research and development on system specifications, designs, and testing methodologies to optimize, control, or manipulate light for imagery. Being an Optical Engineer I utilizes a variety of measuring instruments to test and assess the performance and quality of optical systems or components. Troubleshoots, modifies, and demonstrates design prototypes. Additionally, Optical Engineer I utilizes optical design software and modeling tools such as Zemax and FRED. Requires a bachelor's degree in optical engineering, electrical engineering, physics. Typically reports to a manager. The Optical Engineer I occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Optical Engineer I typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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  • Elevity IT - Appleton, WI
    Elevity* *is one of the largest and most capable technology service providers in the Midwest. Our talented and passionate team is the engine driving our co...
    - 25 Days Ago
  • Sam's Club - Hermantown, MN
    What you'll do. Signing Bonus. You will also receive a one-time signing bonus in the amount of $3,000.00, payable upon your commencement of employment. The...
    - 1 Month Ago
  • Dominion Energy - Glen Allen, VA
    At Dominion Energy we love our jobs. That’s right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to in...
    - 10 Days Ago
  • Eyemart Express - Rochester, MN
    Optical Lab Technician Full Time. Optical Lab Technician experience is preferred but not required. We are willing to train. Are you looking for a career th...
    - 11 Days Ago
  • Eyemart Express - Rochester, MN
    Optical Retail Sales Associate Full Time. Optical Retail Sales experience is preferred but not required. We are willing to train. Are you looking for a car...
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Career Path for Optical Engineer I

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For Optical Engineer I, the upper level is Optical Engineer II and then progresses to Optical Engineer III.

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Optical Engineer I Pay Difference by Location

Optical Engineer I salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Optical Engineer I, the highest Optical Engineer I salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Optical Engineer I salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Optical Engineer I salary is in Miami, FL, where the Optical Engineer I salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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About Crestline, Kansas    Crestline is an unincorporated community in Cherokee County, Kansas, United States. Crestline is located on U.S. Route 400 7.5 miles (12.1 km) east o....More

Crestline, Kansas  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Crestline, Kansas

Optical Engineer I Salary in popular cities: Wichita, Overland Park, Kansas City

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