Sr Optical Engineer 11.25A

Attractive COL Northeast location $120-$160k+package

Our Client: A unique corporate culture combined with a dynamic work environment.

For more than 30 years our client has been pushing the boundaries of innovation in optical technology. Our client builds lenses, components and assemblies that power cutting-edge technologies in aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics. Their optical products and technology help shape breakthroughs that benefit humanity and protect our freedom. Our client offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive, and individual strengths and interests are encouraged. Our client is looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to impactful projects.

Job Summary and Essential Job Duties

The Optical Engineer is responsible for a variety of tasks within the optical engineering development process. The Optical Engineer will assess customer specifications for feasibility as well as work through design studies and tolerancing assessments to determine the best path forward for projects. The Optical Engineer will design multi element lenses in the UV, Visible and IR spectrum. They also will evaluate existing optical systems for their suitability to be manufactured with existing equipment or specifying new equipment and test setups where there may be gaps. The Optical Engineer will collaborate with other internal groups to develop test plans, document requirements, and plan verification methods for optical instruments for delivery of prototypes intended to validate future production builds. This will be a primarily on-site role with travel requirements of approximately 10%, including visits to customer sites or industry and educational conferences as needed.

The Sr Optical Engineer will:

• Design multi-element optical lenses and assemblies.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to plan workflow, adhering to customer-established timelines while meeting real cost and delivery requirements
• Develop test documentation for internal use and compose test plans that meet customer requirements
• Help multi-disciplinary teams solve complex problems, and report results verbally and in writing
• Prepare customer facing design review material and present findings in large group review settings
• Lead or support testing of prototype lenses
• Perform other duties as assigned

Advancement within the Optical Engineering ranks is attained via increasing levels of responsibility and demonstration of leadership potential and effectiveness combined with added: education, experience, industrial skills, math skills, computing skills

Education Requirements:

• B.S. in Optics, Physics, or equivalent academic program required

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Optics preferred

• 5-15 years’ experience in lens design using Zemax or Code V (Zemax preferred)

• Image quality metrology experience, e.g. interferometry or MTF testing

• Demonstrated prototype and product build successes

Minimum Requirements

• Knowledge of imaging and non-imaging optics and their quality metrics

• Knowledge of metrology techniques, instruments methods for optical systems

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills

• A highly developed set of interpersonal skills

• Ability to collect, interpret, document, and present data

• Ability to assess complex issues and develop appropriate solutions

• Ability to work and contribute in a team setting

Desired experience:

• Previous design experience with telescope, catadioptric and off-axis design forms a plus
• Previous design experience in the UV, Visible, and IR spectrums desired

• Previous experience with space applications a plus

• Prior experience as a program technical lead desired

• Familiarity with clean room protocols

• Experience creating optical drawings, preferably in the ISO10110 format

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

• Strong desire to learn new things through continuing education and training
• Prior experience and comfort talking to customers a plus

Work Requirements:

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and talk and hear
• The job may involve prolonged periods of sitting/standing
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp

Work Environment:

• This position works in a manufacturing environment. The noise level can vary from quiet to loud frequencies
• May involve the use of oils and solvents
• Position generally works in a clean environment and employee works to maintain the environment as such
• May require area specific safety training which will be provided upon hire
• The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) use may be required

Compensation & Benefits:

Our client offers competitive compensation based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Bonus: 25% Monthly Profit-Sharing plan vesting continuously over 5 years
• Tuition Assistance: Support for continuing education
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• 401(k): Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off: Generous vacation and paid holidays
• Other Benefits: Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Our client is committed to offering equal opportunity for all candidates. We encourage you to apply regardless of background, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Our client will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

ITAR Compliance: Due to federal regulations, employment at our client is limited to U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents. (EEO) at our client. must comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) issued by the United States Department of State, Department of Defense Trade Controls.