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About the Role

Seeking an experienced Optical Metrology Engineer to support the testing, characterization, and validation of precision optical systems and components. This role involves hands-on experience with Zygo Max interferometer systems and MTF measurements for evaluating optical performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform interferometric testing using Zygo Max interferometer systems to evaluate optical surface quality, transmitted wavefront error, and system alignment.
• Conduct MTF (Modulation Transfer Function) testing to verify optical imaging performance and ensure compliance with customer and engineering specifications.
• Develop, optimize, and document optical test procedures for production and engineering environments.
• Analyze interferometric data, wavefront measurements, and MTF results to identify optical defects and recommend corrective actions.
• Support optical alignment, troubleshooting, and root-cause investigations during prototype and production builds.
• Collaborate with optical design, manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to improve product performance and manufacturing yield.
• Maintain calibration and preventive maintenance schedules for optical metrology equipment.
• Generate detailed technical reports documenting measurement results, statistical analysis, and product acceptance criteria.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, customer, and internal quality standards.
• Contribute to assigned special projects that support departmental or organizational objectives.
• Complete additional duties assigned to support business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in optical metrology, optical testing, or optical test engineering.
• Hands-on experience operating Zygo Max interferometer systems and performing wavefront error analysis, interferometry, MTF measurement and interpretation, optical alignment, and precision optical testing.
• Experience using optical metrology and test equipment, including autocollimators, alignment telescopes, collimators, and other precision measurement instruments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills, with the ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve optical system performance issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document test results and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
• Experience with optical manufacturing processes and precision optical assembly.
• Familiarity with Zemax, Code V, or equivalent optical design software.
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement System Analysis (MSA).
• Programming experience with MATLAB, Python, or LabVIEW to automate optical testing and analyze measurement data.
• Knowledge of ISO 10110, MIL specifications, aerospace optical standards, or other industry standards.
• Experience with automation and programming, including scripting and integration of metrology systems into automated manufacturing environments.

Skills

• Zygo Max interferometer systems
• Modulation Transfer Function (MTF) measurements
• Optical testing
• Optical characterization
• Optical validation
• Wavefront error analysis
• Interferometry
• Optical alignment
• Precision optical testing
• Autocollimators
• Alignment telescopes
• Collimators
• Analytical skills
• Troubleshooting
• Root cause analysis
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Zemax
• Code V
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
• MATLAB
• Python
• LabVIEW
• Automation
• Programming
• Scripting

Experience Level

• 3+ years of experience

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.