Senior Optics Manufacturing Specialist

Aperture Optical Sciences Inc.; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aperture Optical Sciences Inc. in Meriden, CT seeks an experienced Optics Manufacturing Technician to support high-precision reflective optics for advanced assemblies, satellite telescopes, and semiconductor equipment.

You will work in our Shaping and Grinding, Asphere, and Flat Optics cells on shaping, polishing, metrology, and QA. The role requires 15+ years in optics manufacturing, strong hands-on skills, and the ability to run the plano department with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in optics manufacturing.
• Able to run the plano department without supervision.
• Self-motivated and dependable with master skillsets.
• Computer use for communications, data reporting, progress reports, workflow, and machine operation.

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing operations of glass and ceramic materials: shaping, edging, drilling, milling, grinding, polishing, testing, assembly, cleaning, packaging.
• Operate and program single-side lapping and polishing machines and spindle machines.
• Lead manufacturing methods and procedures development for polishing operations.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes and recommend materials/tools.
• Create manufacturing plans for new projects with step-by-step operations.
• Collaborate with engineers and managers on drawings and manufacturing.
• Provide feedback on tooling and processes to meet optical requirements.
• Use laser interferometers to measure wavefront errors and surface quality.
• Measure dimensions with CMMs and precision instruments; inspect components.
• Maintain cleanroom environments and document quality procedures.
• Coordinate capacity planning and staffing to meet targets; supervise personnel.

Education

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Work Management Software

Job description

Aperture Optical Sciences Inc. in Meriden, CT seeks an experienced Optics Manufacturing Technician to support high-precision reflective optics for advanced assemblies, satellite telescopes, and semiconductor equipment.

You will work in our Shaping and Grinding, Asphere, and Flat Optics cells on shaping, polishing, metrology, and QA. The role requires 15+ years in optics manufacturing, strong hands-on skills, and the ability to run the plano department with minimal supervision.