Precision Optics Technician (Advanced)

Essential Functions

• Operate assigned optical manufacturing equipment in accordance with manufacturing procedures, build documents, and safety requirements
• Perform non-routine setups of precision optical components and assemblies to verify conformance to specifications and drawings
• Measure critical dimensions using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision instruments
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions to validate manufacturing criteria
• Support development trials and process experiments under engineer direction and document results clearly and accurately
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to communicate quality issues and support root cause investigations
• Adjust manufacturing equipment parameters within defined bounds to meet requirements, understand cause/effect, and troubleshoot process issues to restore process stability
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Follow Total Productive Maintenance guidelines for manufacturing equipment and ensure calibration status is current

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience; Or, 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience
• Ability to perform advanced setups and execute complex work across multiple fabrication processes
• Ability to troubleshoot common process problems and restore stable execution within defined process limits
• Ability to apply in-process measurement and verification requirements with sound judgment
• Ability to support less experienced technicians and communicate setup, handling, and process expectations clearly

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience with multiple optics fabrication processes and non-routine setups
• Practical understanding of how wheel condition, dressing, slurry or coolant, and fixture setup affect process stability and part quality
• Experience supporting trials, process improvements, or floor-level corrective actions
• Experience in a quality system environment (e.g., documented processes, sign-offs, traceability)

Pay

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New York state is $54,500-$101,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• EAP
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays