Senior Optics Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Vertex Optics is more than just a company-and this is more than just another job!At Vertex Optics, every team member plays an important role in our success. The work you do matters, and your contributions make a difference. We are proud to have been recognized as one of the 2024 Best Companies to Work for in New York!Join a team where your skills, ideas, and dedication are valued, and where you have the opportunity to grow and make an impact. Senior Optics Technician Reports to: Production Manager Job Summary: Fabricate prototype optical components of exceptional quality for use in aerospace, medical, defense, semi-conductor, and energy industries.   Expectations:Produce high quality, complex optical components to customers' specifications. Set up and operate conventional optical manufacturing equipment and/or computer-controlled fabrication machines (5- axis simultaneous CNC equipment). Prepares tooling for grinding, polishing or measurement setups. Use measurement devices such as CMM, interferometer, micrometers, etc.Use knowledge, skills and intellect to solve complex problems.Hold close tolerances during the fabrication and integration of complex optical configurations.Follow engineering drawings, manufacturing instructions, procedures, process specifications, schematics, sketches, or verbal instructions.Develop exceptional processes and procedures for Vertex teammates to follow.Inspect work and hold high-quality standards.Maintain accurate notes, record data, track job time, and properly fill out documentation. Communicate safety, quality, productivity, and personnel issues to supervisor.Cross train and assist team members.   Qualifications:High technical and mathematical aptitude.A.S. or B.S. technical degree helpful.CAD/CAM experience – Specifically Mastercam beneficial.Intermediate computer skills, strong familiarity with Microsoft Office.Minimum of 10 years' experience fabricating various optical glass, crystal, and ceramic materials. Machinist experience helpful.Complex problem-solving skills, good judgment, and decision-making skills.Self-starter, capable of working with little direction and able to follow procedures. Strong work ethic, act with integrity, honest, reliable, dependable, and positive attitude. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and to prioritize tasks.Ability to function well in a fast-paced and at times stressful environment.Willingness to be flexible when meeting customer deliveries Work Schedule:Full Time (40+ hours per week)Core hours: Monday – Friday, 7am – 3:30pm, or Monday – Thursday 12pm – 10:30pmFlexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed.  Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401k, Paid Family Leave, Holidays, PTO. Visit our website at to learn more about our organization. ITAR Restricted: This position is restricted to US Citizens, Permanent Residents or Green Card Holders.