Senior Optics Manufacturing Engineer

Ametek, Inc. • Middlefield, CT

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About The Position

Are you ready to collaborate with leading experts in optical engineering and contribute to the next level of precision and excellence? At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation, headquartered in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems and assemblies. Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety. As a Senior Precision Optics Manufacturing Engineer, you will drive solutions for optical manufacturing challenges, focusing on developing and optimizing processes for precision optics, especially large-area optical assemblies. Materials include glass, fused silica, Zerodur, and sapphire, used in semiconductors and aerospace/defense industries.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design and optics manufacturing process development.
• Proficiency in mechanical drawings, SOLIDWORKS, geometric dimensioning/tolerancing, and data analysis (MatLab/MathCad or equivalent).
• Some programming experiences (Python/Matlab).
• Experience in one or more optics manufacturing techniques like polishing, CNC, MRF.
• Hands-on experience in optical assembly and metrology (interferometry, CMM).

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize processes for manufacturing precision optics.
• Solve complex technical problems related to large-area optics and assemblies.
• Define process parameters and controls to meet dimensional and surface quality requirements.
• Design experiments and conduct R&D on advanced optical fabrication.
• Improve yield, reduce defects, and lower cost of poor quality (COPQ).
• Work independently, mentor junior staff, and potentially lead cross-functional projects.
• Create detailed manufacturing instructions and review optical manufacturing methods.
• Ensure compliance with MIL and ISO specifications.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees