Photonics & Optical Engineering Job Market Trends

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Laser Integration

10-20
Employers
+260%
Growth

The process of incorporating laser technology into systems and applications, ensuring precise and effective performance.

Optical Network Engineer

30-60
Employers
+119%
Growth

Specializes in the design, implementation, and maintenance of optical communication networks, including fiber optics. Ensures optimal performance and reliability of large-scale data communication systems.

Fibre Splicer

2-4
Employers
+100%
Growth

A professional responsible for joining optical fiber cables for communication networks, ensuring high precision and minimal signal loss. Key in the installation and maintenance of broadband and telecommunications infrastructure.

Fiber Splicer

80-160
Employers
+90%
Growth

A professional who joins fiber optic cables to ensure high-speed data transmission. Ensures network reliability by performing precise splicing and testing of fiber optic lines.

Photonics Engineer

70-140
Employers
+68%
Growth

Designs and develops optical systems and components, often for telecommunications and computing applications.

MMIC Design

25-50
Employers
+63%
Growth

Microelectronic Microwave Integrated Circuit design, crucial for high-frequency electronic devices.

Fiber Optic Technician

30-60
Employers
+39%
Growth

A professional responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing fiber optic cables, which are essential for high-speed data transmission. Expertise is required for troubleshooting network issues and ensuring optimal performance.

LiDAR (technology)

900-1.8K
Employers
+34%
Growth

A remote sensing technology that uses laser light to measure distances and create detailed 3D maps of environments, widely used in autonomous vehicles and geographic mapping.

Photonic Design

20-40
Employers
+28%
Growth

The design and development of optical systems and components, often for telecommunications and computing applications.