Optical Engineer Salary in Springfield, Massachusetts

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How much does an Optical Engineer make in Springfield, MA? The average Optical Engineer salary in Springfield, MA is $57,447 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $51,337 and $66,171. 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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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Optical Engineer Salary	$45,773	Springfield,MA	April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Optical Engineer Salary	$51,337	Springfield,MA	April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Optical Engineer Salary	$57,447	Springfield,MA	April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Optical Engineer Salary	$66,171	Springfield,MA	April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Optical Engineer Salary	$74,114	Springfield,MA	April 01, 2025

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Experienced Optical Sensors Engineer

BOEING - BERKELEY , MO

Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's

- 1 day ago

Experienced Optical Sensors Engineer

BOEING - BERKELEY , MO

Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s

- 1 day ago

Experienced Optical Sensors Engineer

BOEING - SAINT LOUIS , MO

Job Description. Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every

- 13 days ago

Optical Engineer with Security Clearance

Draper - CAMBRIDGE , MA

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important n

- 1 day ago

Optical Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

MAXAR Technologies - WESTMINSTER , CO

Please review the job details below. Maxar Intelligence is a provider of secure, precise, geospatial intelligence. We deliver disruptive value to government and

- 1 day ago

Senior Optical Engineer with Security Clearance

Draper - CAMBRIDGE , MA

Overview: Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important n

- 1 day ago

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Optical Engineer in Boston, MA

Hands-on experience with creating and executing test protocols, analyzing test results and quickly recommending prototype design iterations to optimize system optical performance.

November 28, 2022

Documents and tests new and existing parts, assemblies, and procedures to evaluate performance, patient safety, facilitate manufacturing, and satisfy various regulatory requirements.

January 14, 2023

Optical Engineer in Chicago, IL

Provides multi-discipline support to production and service by resolving technical issues related to optical parts and sub-systems.

December 28, 2022

Communicatse engineering information across teams and departments to facilitate successful completion of large-scale projects.

May 17, 2023

Optical Engineer in New York, NY

Participates in execution and analysis of facts and trends of the product categories, competitive product entries and consumer usage and attitudes.

January 28, 2023

Develops and maintains procedures, test fixtures, specifications, and train manufacturing, service, suppliers, and other engineers on optics build, alignment and test processes.

March 30, 2023

Builds and tests of prototype optical systems and works closely together with the hardware and software teams to integrate this in the full system prototype.

May 07, 2023

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About Springfield, Massachusetts

Springfield is located at 42°6′45″N 72°32′51″W / 42.11250°N 72.54750°W / 42.11250; -72.54750 (42.112411, −72.547455). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 33.1 square miles (85.7 km2), of which 31.9 square miles (82.5 km2) are land and 1.2 square miles (3.1 km2), or 3.65%, are water. Once nicknamed "The City in a Forest," Springfield features over 4.0 square miles (10.4 km2) of urban parkland, 12% of its total land area. Located in the fertile Connecticut River Valley, surrounded by mountains, bluffs, and rolling hills in all cardinal directions, Spring...

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66171

57447

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51430

66381

57596

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Optical Engineer in Springfield, MA. The base salary for Optical Engineer ranges from $51,337 to $66,171 with the average base salary of $57,447. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $51,430 to $66,381 with the average total cash compensation of $57,596.

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About Springfield, Massachusetts Springfield is located at 42°6′45″N 72°32′51″W / 42.11250°N 72.54750°W / 42.11250; -72.54750 (42.112411, −72.547455). According to the United State....More

Springfield, Massachusetts area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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