As an
Opto-Mechanical Process Engineer, based in Middlefield, CT, you will support the design, build, alignment, and test of high-precision opto-mechanical systems. This role combines precision engineering, hands-on laboratory work, tooling development, metrology, and data analysis for systems such as space telescopes, illumination systems, AR/AV optical assemblies, interferometers, encoders, and related precision optical platforms.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least two years of relevant experience.
- Thorough understanding of precision engineering concepts such as kinematic mounting, controlling degrees-of-freedom, flexures, precision adjustments, and fine mechanics.
- Strong ability to perform opto-mechanical analyses from first principles and apply sound engineering judgment to complex precision systems.
- Experience with solid modeling, preferably SolidWorks, and finite element analysis (FEA).
- Familiarity with metrology techniques ranging from interferometry and optical profiling to practical shop-floor measurement methods.
- Experience designing tooling that supports the alignment and assembly of complex optical systems.
- Experience with bolted and adhesive joints used in precision opto-mechanical assemblies.
- Strong lab skills and practical experience building, aligning, and testing high-precision systems.
- Ability to analyze and interpret experimental data, evaluate measurement uncertainty, and present results clearly.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to document processes, transfer them to manufacturing, and work effectively with engineers and technicians.
- Familiarity with geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Master of Science Degree in Mechanical or Precision Engineering.
- Basic understanding of geometrical optics and interferometry.
- Understanding of additive and subtractive manufacturing processes and their practical capabilities.
- Ability to write Python or MATLAB code for data analysis and automated data acquisition.
We offer competitive compensation, benefits, retirement (401k) and paid time off programs. Compensation and position level will be set based on experience.
CompensationEmployee Type: Salaried
Currency: USD
Salary Minimum: 105,000
Salary Maximum: 115,000
Incentive: No
Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.
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