Lead Optical Manufacturing Engineer - Space Technologies

The Manufacturing Engineering Team within our Space Technologies area is responsible for developing and scaling assembly, integration, and test operations for next-generation space systems. The Optical Manufacturing Engineer will serve as the technical leader translating optical system designs from development into a sustainable, high-yield production environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with a focus in Optics (Optomechanical), Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
• 6 years total relevant experience, of which 3 years directly in the assembly, integration, alignment, and test of complex optical instruments, telescopes, laser systems, or space-based payloads
• Hands-on experience with complex optomechanical assembly, precision alignment, integration, and bonding in cleanroom environments (ISO Class 5 or better)
• Experience leveraging technical software for design, analysis, and test (e.g., Zemax, MATLAB, Python, LabView and/or C/C++)
• Expertise in reading technical drawings and using SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software to develop tooling and fixtures
• Experience defining and implementing manufacturing processes in a production environment, including New Product Introduction (NPI) for high-reliability systems

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401K with company matching
• 9/80 work schedule
• Paid holiday shutdown