Optical Engineer I

Toronto, Ontario

On-site

Full-time

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Employment type: Full-time · On-site
Posted: October 14, 2026
Province: Ontario (ON)

Hiring confidence: Sparse posting · 22/100

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Job Description Job Description ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity's reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us. SPACE SYSTEMS At Rocket Lab, we're not just launching rockets — we're building the future of space. Our Space Systems team builds eve…

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Typical qualifications for Canadian employers

Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
Entry-level experience or recent graduate
Understanding of optical principles and systems
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Strong analytical skills

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What you'll do

Design and develop optical components and subsystems
Support spacecraft and satellite optical systems
Conduct optical analysis and modeling
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams
Contribute to hardware development for space missions
Document designs and technical specifications
Participate in design reviews and testing

What you'll need

Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
Entry-level experience or recent graduate
Understanding of optical principles and systems
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Strong analytical skills
Team collaboration abilities