Research Scientist Intern, Optical System Researcher Job at Meta (Redmond)

Research Scientist Intern, Optical System Design

Meta Reality Labs brings together a world-class team of researchers, developers,...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

7313.00 - 12134.00 USD / Month

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. degree in Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Opto-Mechanics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computational Imaging or relevant technical field
Must obtain work authorization in country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
2+ years experience in at least one of the following areas of optical research: geometry optics, aberration theory, optical system prototyping
2+ years experience with lens design in optical design programs such as Zemax OpticStudio, Code V or similar
2+ years experience with scientific programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, and Mathematica)
Intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with researchers and cross-functional partners including communicating research plans, progress, and results
Publish research results and contribute to research that can be applied to Meta product development
Develop next generation AR/VR displays with an emphasis on advanced simulations and prototyping to prove new concepts and understand the perceptual impact of those concepts
Collaborate with larger Meta Reality Labs Research team to explore novel solution space for AR/VR devices
Explore the application of at least one of the following: geometrical optics, diffraction optics, polarization optics, illumination, optical system design
This position will have an emphasis of advanced simulations and prototyping to prove new concepts and the perceptual impact of those concepts

Technical Systems Engineer - SME

The Sponsor is looking for a highly skilled Systems Engineer with proficiency co...

Location

United States , McLean

Salary:

Not provided

Arcfield

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must possess and be able to maintain a TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph
BS 12-15 years of experience, MS 10-13 years of experience, or PhD 10+ years of experience (preferred electrical engineering or other engineering degree)
Minimum of 10 years of experience with Sponsor or other related IC organization
At least 5 years of experience in engineering and/or a specialty field
Thorough understanding of systems engineering and in at least two of the various technical areas below: Radio-frequency and optical
Technical surveillance
In-building power systems
TEMPEST
Acoustic signals
Excellent engineering and design aptitude with a strong attention to detail is required

Job Responsibility

Identify and maintain awareness of sources of technical data to support intelligence analysis, obtain and maintain access to such data, and develop and perform queries against those sources
Provide initial risk/insider threat analysis using both qualitative and quantitative approaches, develop analytic judgments such as relevance or vulnerabilities, and prepare briefings/reports documenting the methodology used and the results obtained
Discover and forecast new technologies and products advancing mission capabilities
Scout and perform marketing analysis assessing the potential of new products, and support technology transfer and adoption
Develop and execute advanced security strategies and solutions, ensuring the organization's systems and data are protected against evolving threats
Recommend system enhancements to improve security deficiencies through the development, testing, and integration of network security threats
Implement network security measures including access controls, intrusion detection/prevention, and encryption
Provide independent CI assessment of projects regarding technical risk including risk definition, assessment, prioritization, and mitigation
Review technical challenges, propose recommended courses of action and document results
Provide technical expertise and a detailed understanding of current systems and potential system improvements

Fulltime

Research Scientist Intern, Diffractive Optics

Meta Reality Labs brings together a world-class team of researchers, developers,...

Location

United States , Sunnyvale

Salary:

7313.00 - 12134.00 USD / Month

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a PhD in the field of Optical Science, Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a relevant technical field
Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
2+ years of experience in at least one of the following areas: nanophotonics, diffractive optics, wave optics, computational optics or optical system prototyping
Proficiency with at least one programming language (e.g. C++, MATLAB, Python, etc.)
Intent to return to the degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with researchers and cross-functional partners, including communicating research plans, progress, and results effectively
Contribute to product research or development, and present findings that can be applied to future Meta products
Develop next generation AR displays or components with an emphasis on advanced simulations, and working toward experimental optics prototyping with the team to prove new concepts and understand the factors that impact them
Collaborate with the larger Meta Reality Labs Products team to explore novel solution spaces for AR devices
Explore the application of at least one of the following to AR displays: wave optics, polarization optics, diffraction optics, interference phenomenon, metasurfaces

Research Scientist Intern, Nano-photonics Design

Meta is seeking a Research Scientist Intern to develop next generation AR displa...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

7313.00 - 12134.00 USD / Month

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a PhD degree in Physics, Mathematics, Optical Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computational Imaging, Material Sciences or relevant technical field
Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
2+ years experience in at least two of the following areas of optical research: Fundamental electromagnetics, Wave optics, polarization optics, geometrical optics, Ray tracing, Optical bench top experiments
2+ years experience with wave optics and geometric optics design programs
2+ years experience with experimental optics and conducting laboratory work (i.e., demonstrated ability to construct proof-of-concept systems and to evaluate performance)
Intent to return to a degree-program after the completion of the internship/co-op

Job Responsibility

Develop next generation AR displays with the use of optical and electromagnetic simulations and lead prototyping efforts to prove proof of principle concepts
Collaborate with the larger Meta Reality Labs Research team to explore novel solution space for AR devices
Explore applications of active photonic integrated circuits and similar nano-photonic devices in simulatoin or with experiments to develop a near eye display
Publish research results in internal organizations, conferences, patents and contribute to research that can be applied to Meta product development

Research Scientist Intern, Optical Fiber Sensors

Reality Labs Research is seeking an optical-fiber sensor research intern to deve...

Location

United States , Pasadena, CA; Redmond, WA

Salary:

7313.00 - 12134.00 USD / Month

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a PhD degree program in the field of Physics, Electrical Engineering, Optics or a related field
Experience with distributed optical-fiber sensing techniques, including, but not limited to optical frequency domain reflectometry (OFDR), optical time-domain reflectometry (OTDR), fiber-Bragg-grating (FBG) shape sensing, distributed acoustic sensing (DAS), or phase-OTDR
Experience with optical fiber technology, including, but not limited to, single-mode and multi-mode fibers, multi-core fibers, FBG fibers, enhanced-Rayleigh-scattering fibers, optical switches, or optical circulators
Experience with laser technology, including, but not limited to, gain-switched lasers, fiber lasers, tunable lasers, or VCSELs
Experience with real-time instrument control
Experience with programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C++
Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
Intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op

Job Responsibility

Explore trade space of remote optical-fiber sensors both experimentally and with simulations, define system requirements
Design, build, and characterize remote optical-fiber sensors
Design, build, and validate optical-fiber sensor testbeds
Perform feasibility studies for sensor system miniaturization
Participate in team meetings and contribute to the development of research ideas and plans
Prepare reports and presentations on the results of experiments and modeling efforts
Assist with the maintenance and upkeep of laboratory equipment and facilities
Attend relevant seminars, workshops, and conferences to expand knowledge and skills

Fulltime

New

Research Scientist Intern, Mathematics

Meta is seeking a Research Scientist Intern to advance AI-driven scientific rese...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

7313.00 - 12134.00 USD / Month

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a PhD degree in Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, or related field
Strong foundation in mathematical reasoning and proof-based methodologies
Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership over research direction
Experience thriving in fast-paced, exploratory research environments
Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
2+ years experience with scientific programming languages (e.g., MATLAB, Python, and Mathematica)
Intent to return to a degree-program after the completion of the internship/co-op

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with researchers and cross-functional partners including communicating research plans, progress, and results
Publish research results and contribute to research that can be applied to Meta product development
Develop next generation AR/VR displays with an emphasis on advanced simulations and prototyping to prove new concepts and understand the perceptual impact of those concepts
Collaborate with larger Meta Reality Labs Research team to explore novel solution space for AR/VR devices
Explore the application of at least one of the following: geometrical optics, diffraction optics, polarization optics, illumination, optical system design
This position will have an emphasis of advanced simulations and prototyping to prove new concepts and the perceptual impact of those concepts

Research Scientist Intern, AI for Product Design

We are seeking a Research Intern with a background in Product or Mechanical Desi...

Location

United States , Sunnyvale

Salary:

7313.00 - 12134.00 USD / Month

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field
Demonstrated experience in advanced AI/ML models and methodologies
Foundation in mechanical engineering fundamentals and proven proficiency in product design, particularly with Siemens NX or other industry-standard CAD/CAE tools
Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain on-going work authorization during employment
Intent to return to degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op

Job Responsibility

Review and summarize mechanical design common Display & Optics design rules across optical systems, ET/FT, display module, and varifocal systems
Compile and organize materials properties and databases, including mechanical and optical characteristics
Design and build a custom CAD AI co-pilot module for D&O mechanical engineers
Integrate D&O module design rules, parameters, and materials database into the AI co-pilot
Incorporate FPC common design rules to enhance module functionality
Work closely with the Meta NX team to align on requirements and implementation
Present findings, progress, and summary to stakeholders throughout the internship

Research Scientist Intern, Computational Chemist

Meta Reality Labs brings together a world-class team of researchers, developers,...

Location

United States , Redmond

Salary:

7313.00 - 12134.00 USD / Month

Meta

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Currently has or is in the process of obtaining a Ph.D. degree in Materials Science & Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or relevant technical fields
Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
3+ years of experience in at least one of the following areas of research: first-principle simulations especially DFT, DFPT, GW-BSE, CCSD, for atomistic systems at scale
3+ years of experience studying atomistic systems with machine learning
3+ years of experience with programming languages such as Python, C++
Intent to return to the degree program after the completion of the internship/co-op

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with the larger Meta Reality Labs Research team to explore novel solution space for AR/VR devices
Collaborate with the larger Fundamental AI Research team to train and utilize AI models for materials discovery and candidate material identification
Explore & propose various approaches of first-principle simulations to understand the optical, electronic or mechanical properties of crystalline systems with complex interactions and external perturbations
Conduct independent research and explore the broader application space given simulation results
Contribute to and utilize internal/external tools to perform large-scale simulations
collect & analyze results to guide further iterations to refine simulation pipelines
Publish research results internally and contribute to solving other challenges that can be applied to Meta product development

Research Scientist Intern, Optical System Researcher

Meta

Location:
United States , Redmond

Category:
Research and Development

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

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