Optical Coating Tech II - 2nd Shift, Precision Optics

Atln; Murrieta (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Attalon is seeking an Optical Coating Technician II for the 2nd shift in Murrieta, CA. The role involves applying thin-film coatings in a cleanroom environment to precision substrates, ensuring quality and reliability for aerospace/defense applications.

Collaboration with engineering and operations teams is essential to meet stringent standards. The position requires attention to detail, the ability to handle delicate optics, and experience in optics/coating or related cleanroom work.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in optics, coating, cleanroom, or thin-film deposition.
• Ability to handle fragile components with precision.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical documentation.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow written and electronic work instructions, job aids, and standard operating procedures.
• Handle and clean delicate optical surfaces using chemical and mechanical processes.
• Inspect optics for cleanliness and contamination removal prior to coating.
• Prepare and operate vacuum coating chambers, including cleaning, foiling, sandblasting, and installing system components.
• Load optics into tooling or fixtures for coating and monitor deposition parameters during production.
• Unload coated optics and inspect for quality and physical integrity.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to meet daily production goals.
• Report issues promptly and maintain adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Complete required training on time and with proficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading technical documentation

Teamwork/communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Attalon is seeking an Optical Coating Technician II for the 2nd shift in Murrieta, CA. The role involves applying thin-film coatings in a cleanroom environment to precision substrates, ensuring quality and reliability for aerospace/defense applications.

Collaboration with engineering and operations teams is essential to meet stringent standards. The position requires attention to detail, the ability to handle delicate optics, and experience in optics/coating or related cleanroom work.