Remote Laser Engineer Jobs

Remote Laser Engineer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed engineering teams in defense, medical devices, semiconductor manufacturing, and photonics research. Employers hiring remotely right now include Phoenix Laser Solutions and FormFactor. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles11
Top employerPhoenix Laser Solutions
Top credentialMaster's degree
Companies hiring2

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Sales Engineer - Laser Welding Systems
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Sales Engineer - Laser Welding Systems
Phoenix Laser Solutions
St. Louis, Missouri
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)

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Sales Engineer - Laser Welding Systems
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Sales Engineer - Laser Welding Systems
Phoenix Laser Solutions
Columbus, Ohio
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
Remote (US)

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Sales Engineer - Laser Welding Systems
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Sales Engineer - Laser Welding Systems
Phoenix Laser Solutions
Indianapolis, Indiana
Customer Support
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)

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Laser Drilling Manufacturing Engineer
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Laser Drilling Manufacturing Engineer
FormFactor, Inc.
Livermore, California
Manufacturing Engineering
Quality Control
Software Engineering
$136k - $179k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree
1,001-5,000

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Femtosecond Laser Manufacturing Engineer
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Femtosecond Laser Manufacturing Engineer
FormFactor, Inc.
Livermore, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
$136k - $179k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Remote Laser Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Phoenix Laser Solutions9 open roles
FormFactor2 open roles

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote laser engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in physics, electrical engineering, or optical engineering
  • Hands-on experience with laser system design, alignment, and characterization
  • Proficiency with optical simulation tools such as Zemax or OpticStudio
  • Familiarity with laser safety standards including ANSI Z136 and IEC 60825
  • Experience with fiber optic components, beam delivery systems, or photonic integration
  • Active or eligible security clearance preferred for defense and government contractor roles

Tips for Your Remote Laser Engineer Job Search

Show async documentation skills upfront

Remote laser engineer roles demand clear written communication. Include links to design reports, optical test procedures, or simulation write-ups in your application materials so hiring managers can see you document technical work without hand-holding.

Highlight remote lab and simulation tool experience

Call out specific optical design and modeling tools you use independently, such as Zemax, COMSOL, or equivalent platforms. Remote employers want confirmation you can run simulations and analyze results without shared on-site equipment.

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote laser engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.

Target distributed teams in defense and photonics

Defense contractors and photonics firms are among the most consistent remote hirers for laser engineers. Focus your search on companies with distributed engineering departments rather than single-site manufacturers, where remote optical engineering roles rarely open.

Remote Laser Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote laser engineer job?

Target companies with distributed engineering teams, particularly in defense contracting, medical device development, and photonics research, where remote laser engineering roles are most common. Remote employers screen for strong written communication, self-directed troubleshooting, and experience documenting optical system designs and test procedures clearly. Candidates who can demonstrate proficiency with simulation tools, optical design software, and remote lab collaboration practices have a clear edge.

Which companies hire remote laser engineers?

Employers currently hiring remote laser engineers include Phoenix Laser Solutions and FormFactor, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These tend to be remote-first defense contractors, distributed medical device firms, and photonics companies that rely on specialized optical engineering talent regardless of location.

Can you get a remote laser engineer job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level laser engineer roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and self-direct with minimal supervision from day one. Companies most open to remote entry hires look for candidates with hands-on academic lab projects, optical design software proficiency, and clear written documentation samples that show you can communicate technical work asynchronously.

Do you need a degree for remote laser engineer jobs?

Usually, but a portfolio of real optical design or photonics work can carry significant weight alongside or instead of a formal credential. Remote employers focus on whether you can design, simulate, and document laser systems independently, so demonstrable results, published projects, or verifiable contract work can open doors that a degree alone does not.

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