Principal Optics Engineer Salary in Norfolk, Virginia

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How much does a Principal Optics Engineer make in Norfolk, VA? The average Principal Optics Engineer salary in Norfolk, VA is $52,146 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $46,600 and $60,065. 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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Principal Communication Systems Engineer
EVONA - Denver , CO
Principal Communication Systems Engineer Denver, CO Our exciting Space client in the Denver area ... Experience with optical communications systems. * Ability to define work direction, track ...
LinkedIn - 23 days ago
Principal Communication Systems Engineer
EVONA - Los Angeles , CA
Principal Communication Systems Engineer Los Angeles, CA Our exciting Space client in the LA area ... Experience with optical communications systems. * Ability to define work direction, track ...
LinkedIn - 23 days ago
Principal Software Systems Engineer - Level 3 with Security Clearance
Advanced Software Design - Boulder , CO
Basic Qualifications for Principal Software Engineer or Sr. Principal Software Engineer: Principle ... Familiarity with Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) and Electro-Optical Infrared (EOIR) sensors ...
Dice.com / Clearancejobs.com - 75 days ago
Principal Software Engineer
Advance Local - Cleveland , OH
... Optics, Subtext, Lonestar Live. Advance Local Media is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Lensa - 69 days ago
Principal Software Engineer
Advance Local - Mechanicsburg , PA
... Optics, Subtext, Lonestar Live. Advance Local Media is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive ...
Lensa - 69 days ago
Principal Application Scientist
Dimer Instruments - Santa Barbara , CA
At Dimer, you will work with a talented and collaborative team of engineers and scientists to ... Physical Requirements When working in machine shop, chemistry, or optics lab, appropriate ...
LinkedIn - 43 days ago

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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 Principal Optics Engineer in Norfolk, VA. The base salary for Principal Optics Engineer ranges from $46,600 to $60,065 with the average base salary of $52,146. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,685 to $60,256 with the average total cash compensation of $52,278.

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About Norfolk, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 96 square miles (250 km2), of which 54 square miles (140 km2) is land and 4....More

Norfolk, Virginia  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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