# Sr. Optical Engineer at Observable Space

- Company: Observable Space
- What the company does: Developer of a line of software-defined telescopes designed to improve space observation capabilities. Backed by Space Capital.
- Company website: https://observable.space
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Los Angeles, CA
- Work setup: Remote
- Pay: $140K to $200K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-05
- Apply by: 2026-11-19
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/observable-space/b9ceaa37-6964-48cc-b4e2-815a6da4fa66?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/observable-space-sr-optical-engineer/

## About the role

Lead the development and manufacturing of large-format precision optical components, with a particular focus on refractive elements greater than 400 mm in diameter. Develop and mature optical manufacturing processes spanning grinding, polishing, figuring, coating, cleaning, handling, and final acceptance. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
- 5+ years of experience working directly in a precision optical manufacturing environment
- Deep hands-on knowledge of optical fabrication processes, including grinding, polishing, figuring, and finishing of precision optics
- Demonstrated experience manufacturing large or technically challenging refractive optical elements
- Strong experience developing optical metrology systems and measurement methodologies
- Hands-on experience with interferometry and other precision optical measurement techniques

Tags: Engineering

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