Optical Technician III
About The Position
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Responsibilities: You will be responsible for operating thin film deposition chambers, including the implementation of design strategies, management of coating equipment and inspection of optics to be coated. You will participate in many aspects of coating, including process development and documentation, production, analysis and inspection. You will also be responsible for oversight of coating equipment usage and will need to take a hands-on approach toward preventative maintenance, minor repairs and equipment improvements. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Coating Technician will report to the Coating Operations Supervisor in the Optical Manufacturing Group and duties include the following: Operate optical coating equipment to manufacture high-damage threshold coatings Perform metrology measurements for coating characterization Maintain reliable records, including accurate run logs of all coating runs and maintenance logs Maintain cleanliness of vacuum coating chamber Inspect cleaned optics to ensure surface to be coated is free of defects
Requirements
- Associate's degree in optics, electro-optics, physics, or mechanical technology and 3 years of relevant experience required
- Ability to manipulate heavy mechanisms and glass substrates required
- Willingness to interact with fellow technicians, research scientists, students, and vendors with a friendly and professional attitude required
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with alignment of laser systems preferred
- Previous experience working within a manufacturing environment preferred
- Good mechanical or electrical skills preferred
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to document work and follow procedures preferred
- Electronics and vacuum coating experience preferred
- Basic understanding of computer hardware and software, including Microsoft Word and Excel
Responsibilities
- Operating thin film deposition chambers, including the implementation of design strategies, management of coating equipment and inspection of optics to be coated.
- Participate in many aspects of coating, including process development and documentation, production, analysis and inspection.
- Oversight of coating equipment usage and will need to take a hands-on approach toward preventative maintenance, minor repairs and equipment improvements.
- Operate optical coating equipment to manufacture high-damage threshold coatings
- Perform metrology measurements for coating characterization
- Maintain reliable records, including accurate run logs of all coating runs and maintenance logs
- Maintain cleanliness of vacuum coating chamber
- Inspect cleaned optics to ensure surface to be coated is free of defects
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
