Lead Optical Engineer

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the optical requirements of the program and evaluate technical risk
• Responsible for conceptual development and detailed analysis of various optical systems that include telescopes, beam directors, relay optics, and optical test benches
• Support cross-site programs that can include refractive and reflective optical sensors from near UV to IR
• Provide support and manage optical procurement of components and subassemblies
• Responsible for the execution of the assembly, integration, and test (AI&T) of optical hardware
• Generate formalized optical engineering content for design and technical reviews throughout the program life cycle (SRR, PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR, etc.)
• Provide understanding and design insight into physical optics, optical aberration theory and optical system performance criteria.
• Responsible for understanding properties and application of optical materials : crystalline, glass, metal, and polymer materials
• Responsible for understanding and specifying Anti-Reflective (AR), High-Reflective (HR), Ion-Beam Sputtered (IBS) dielectric, and filter optical coatings
• Troubleshoot and resolve optical design and hardware performance issues
• Recommend and implement design and process improvements
• Support optical technology development by offering insights and informed suggestions for new concepts and research and development activities
• Communicate effectively and execute with a multi-disciplinary team toward optical system goals
• Ability to work independently and status work products
• Support program management with technical advice and direction on assigned programs; adheres to program financial goals and provides financial estimates and status updates to program management

Education & Experience

Skills

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and / or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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