Principal Optical Manufacturing Engineer - II-VI AEROSPACE & DEFENSE

• Working with other engineering team members, develop, optimize, and standardize manufacturing processes for optical components such as lenses and mirrors.
• Working with other engineering team members, develop, optimize, and standardize manufacturing processes for optical assemblies and sub-assemblies such as reflective and refractive telescopes.
• Understands full breadth of specifications used to characterize optical surfaces, sub-assemblies, and systems.
• Participate in and lead internal stage gate reviews such as Manufacturing Design Requirements and Manufacturing Readiness Reviews
• Lead the design and implementation of fixtures, tooling, and equipment to support optical manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Evaluates manufacturability of optical designs and provides feedback to the internal design team.
• Reviews customer requirements to propose and implement design-based solutions to meet specific application needs.
• Conduct feasibility studies and process validations to assess the manufacturability of new optical designs.
• Implement statistical process control (SPC) techniques to monitor and improve manufacturing quality and yield.
• Collaborate with R&D engineers to transfer new optical designs into production, ensuring seamless scale-up and efficient production ramp-up.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and production staff.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce costs, and increase product quality.
• Partner with quality assurance teams to develop and implement robust inspection and testing protocols for optical components and systems.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions to resolve root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in optical manufacturing, contributing insights to inform product development and manufacturing strategies.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in optical manufacturing, with a strong understanding of optical design principles and manufacturing processes.
• Basic knowledge of optical fabrication technique for spheres, aspheres, and diamond turned optics.
• Hands-on experience with optical metrology tools and fabrication techniques.
• Demonstrated expertise in process optimization, statistical analysis, and quality management methodologies.
• Proven track record of successfully leading projects and cross-functional teams.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, results-oriented mindset.
• Experience with Solidworks in the design of manufacturing tooling preferred.
• Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001 or other quality management systems is a plus.

• Job operates in a professional office environment
• Job operates in a precision manufacturing environment including fabrication and clean room areas
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines
• Work in a cubicle area - must be able to work in environment where employees are on the phone / speaking causing potential distractions throughout the day.

• Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other employees accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.
• Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Use hands/fingers to type/handle. Operating a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
• Visual acuity. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

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

Other Requirements

The selected applicant will be subject to a security investigation and needs to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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.

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.:

Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

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.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\"Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.Job Summary: As a Principal Optical Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes for optical components and systems. Leveraging your expertise in engineering and manufacturing techniques, you will lead initiatives to improve production efficiency, quality control, and cost-effectiveness. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, production, and quality assurance to ensure the successful transfer of new optical products from prototype to mass production.