Metrology Engineer

Optimax Systems•Ontario, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Optimax is experiencing exciting growth and expanding our team! We are seeking a Metrology Engineer at all skill levels. Whether you are starting your career or looking for a new challenge, we offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to creating cutting-edge optics for a wide range of industries. Apply now and start your career journey with Optimax! A unique corporate culture combined with a dynamic work environment: At Optimax, we build lenses that power cutting-edge technologies in aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics. Our optics help shape breakthroughs that benefit humanity and protect our freedom. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. We are looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to impactful projects.

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD required in Optical Science & Engineering or Optomechanics.
Hands-on proficiency with common optical metrology instruments.
Fundamental knowledge in an applied manufacturing setting regarding tolerancing and statistics.
Proficient in Design of Experiments (DOE) and Round Robins.
Capability to perform Uncertainty Analysis and Error Budgeting.
Excellent communication skills for interfacing with customers and technical teams.
Analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Capable of understanding and interpreting blueprints for both mechanical and optical standards (ISO 10110).
Strong understanding of the relationship between metrology and manufacture in optics.
Strong multi-tasking skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in data types, sampling, filtering, fitting, and interpolation.
Initiative and mental concentration to learn new complex techniques.

Nice To Haves

Zemax / Code V Mx
QED
Matlab
Solidworks
Ansys
Calypso

Responsibilities

Assess feasibility of metrology needs for complex manufacturing processes.
Interface with customers and internal teams to define and document specifications.
Set up and operate advanced optical metrology instruments, including Fizeau, White Light, and Stitching interferometers, Optical Profilometers and Autocollimators.
Apply knowledge of Optical test setups (e.g., Ball Test), TWE, and CGH.
Perform Uncertainty Analysis (e.g., GUM) and develop Error Budgets.
Analyze data using PSD, Fourier, MSF, and Slope analysis.
Utilize contact profilometers (e.g., CMM, AFM) and design metrological fixturing.
Inspect and document in-process optics for conformance to mechanical and optical drawings (ISO 10110).