Job Title: Optical Metrology Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US
The Opportunity
In this role you will be part of the Metrology team which is responsible for acquiring in-process and final optical figure and microroughness measurements on precision optics and optical systems. You will employ scientific and mathematical principles to collect and analyze data across processes and products. You will gain hands-on experience working on unique and challenging optical systems while learning from and teaming up with world-class technicians and engineers.
Responsibilities
- Support or lead, depending on experience, in the measurement of optics in accordance with manufacturing documentation, process documentation, and technical requirements
- Measure components and align system integration of subassemblies
- Support production processes and optimize data interpretation for internal customers
- Work with opticians, technologists, and engineers in a culture of continuous improvement and identify opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, throughput, and first-pass yield
- Ensure safe handling of in-process and deliverable hardware
- Comply with standard work requirements
- Support full compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements
Qualifications
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Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Optical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Physics. Other degrees with similar exposure to mathematics and the sciences will be considered
- Ability to work safely on sensitive, high-value deliverables and equipment
- Working knowledge of manufacturing standards and practices
- Ability to follow manufacturing instructions in the production of optics and optical assemblies
- Flexibility and a desire to work on a variety of manufacturing processes
- Strong team player
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- College laboratory coursework
Desired
Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Interferometric testing experience
- Familiarity with Zygo MetroPro, Mx, and Spatial Analyzer software packages is a plus
- Ability to apply manufacturing skills in the production, inspection, and testing of optics and optical products
- Familiarity with, or expertise in, machinery and optical manufacturing equipment
- Proficiency interpreting technical information, including blueprints, process specifications, and work instructions
