Optical Engineer Salary in Wilmington, Delaware

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How much does an Optical Engineer make in Wilmington, DE? The average Optical Engineer salary in Wilmington, DE is $57,588 as of February 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $51,463 and $66,334. 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	$45,887	Wilmington,DE	February 01, 2025
25th Percentile Optical Engineer Salary	$51,463	Wilmington,DE	February 01, 2025
50th Percentile Optical Engineer Salary	$57,588	Wilmington,DE	February 01, 2025
75th Percentile Optical Engineer Salary	$66,334	Wilmington,DE	February 01, 2025
90th Percentile Optical Engineer Salary	$74,296	Wilmington,DE	February 01, 2025

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Optical Packaging Engineer

The Photonics Group - Sunnyvale , CA

Currently looking for an Optical Packaging Engineer for a company located in the Bay Area, San Francisco. Experience with optical assembly performance evaluation, PICs, optical components and system ...

LinkedIn - 59 days ago

Optical physicist

Triplet Imaging - Hayward , CA

Prototype microscopes in collaboration with our optomechanical engineer * Author technical ... PhD in experimental optical physics or equivalent experience * Demonstrated track record of ...

LinkedIn - 17 days ago

Technical Specialist

Pacer Group - Southfield , MI

PHD in optical engineering is a plus

LinkedIn - 1 day ago

Image Quality Engineer

US Tech Solutions - Redmond , WA

MS in the field of Optical Engineering, Physics, Electrical Engineering or related degree, PhD preferred * 5+ years of experience in research or advanced display/camera development About US Tech ...

LinkedIn - 8 days ago

Staff Scientist - Laser Systems Development

Vescent - Golden , CO

D. or M.S. in Physics, Optics, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent degree in relevant field. · At least 3 years performing hands-on R&D in an optics/laser laboratory. · ...

LinkedIn - 1 day ago

Technical Sales Manager

Platform Recruitment - San Diego , CA

Our client is a leading provider of high-performance optical communication systems for the ... Collaborate with engineering teams to address complex customer needs. * Maintain an active pipeline ...

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What does an Optical Engineer do?

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 Wilmington, Delaware

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and 6.2 square miles (16 km2) is water. The total area is 36.25% water. The city sits at the confluence of the Christina River and the Delaware River, about 33 miles (53 km) southwest of Philadelphia. Wilmington Train Station, one of the southernmost stops on Philadelphia's SEPTA rail transportation system, is also served by Northeast Corridor Amtrak passenger trains. Wilmington is served by I-95 and I-495 within city limits. In addition, the twin-s...

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66546

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Optical Engineer in Wilmington, DE. The base salary for Optical Engineer ranges from $51,463 to $66,334 with the average base salary of $57,588. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $51,559 to $66,546 with the average total cash compensation of $57,734.

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About Wilmington, Delaware According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and....More

Wilmington, Delaware area prices were up 1.0% from a year ago

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