Senior Optics Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title

Senior Optics Manufacturing Engineer

Middlefield, CT, US, 06455

Zygo

Oct 6, 2025

Are you ready to collaborate with leading experts in optical engineering and contribute to the next level of precision and excellence? At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation, headquartered in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems and assemblies.

Join our team, where your expertise will drive cutting-edge solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety.

• Develop and optimize processes for manufacturing precision optics.
• Solve complex technical problems related to large-area optics and assemblies.
• Define process parameters and controls to meet dimensional and surface quality requirements.
• Design experiments and conduct R&D on advanced optical fabrication.
• Improve yield, reduce defects, and lower cost of poor quality (COPQ).
• Work independently, mentor junior staff, and potentially lead cross-functional projects.
• Create detailed manufacturing instructions and review optical manufacturing methods.
• Ensure compliance with MIL and ISO specifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design and optics manufacturing process development.
• Proficiency in mechanical drawings, SOLIDWORKS, geometric dimensioning/tolerancing, and data analysis (Mat Lab/Math Cad or equivalent).
• Some programming experiences (Python/ Matlab).
• Experience in one or more optics manufacturing techniques like polishing, CNC, MRF.
• Hands-on experience in optical assembly and metrology (interferometry, CMM).

Employee Type:
Salaried

Salary Minimum: $90,000

Salary Maximum: $120,000

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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AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.

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