NPI Optics Engineer — Process & Manufacturing Lead

LightPath Technologies; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LightPath Technologies is seeking a highly motivated NPI Engineer to oversee the development, optimization, and implementation of manufacturing processes for optical and photonic products. This onsite role collaborates with Design, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Program Management in a publicly traded environment, emphasizing quality, compliance, scalability, and cost control.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing engineering, 1–3 years of supervisory experience, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field) required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
• 1–3 years of supervisory or people management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of optical and photonic manufacturing processes.
• Expertise with MIL specifications, ITAR regulations, and ISO/ANSI standards; familiarity with AS9100 or similar regulated quality systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, validation, and implementation of manufacturing processes for optical components and assemblies.
• Lead process development for precision optics manufacturing, alignment, coating support, and integrated optics.
• Ensure robust process documentation (travellers, work instructions, routings, SOPs, PFMEA, control plans).
• Support NPI, technology transfers, and scaling from development to full-rate production.
• Collaborate with Design/Mechanical/Systems Engineering to ensure DFM/DFA and smooth transitions to production.
• Drive lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield and reduce waste.
• Ensure compliance with MIL, ITAR, ISO/ANSI standards; support audits and internal controls.

Skills

Optical manufacturing

Process development

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

LightPath Technologies is seeking a highly motivated NPI Engineer to oversee the development, optimization, and implementation of manufacturing processes for optical and photonic products. This onsite role collaborates with Design, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Program Management in a publicly traded environment, emphasizing quality, compliance, scalability, and cost control.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing engineering, 1–3 years of supervisory experience, and strong