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Neogen

Senior Coating Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

Provide coating expertise to support manufacturing activities * Conduct rootcause analysis and ... Mentor junior engineers and provide subjectmatter expertise across the organization. * Willingness ...

Neogen Corporation

Senior Coating Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

Provide coating expertise to support manufacturing activities * Conduct root-cause analysis and ... Mentor junior engineers and provide subject-matter expertise across the organization. * Willingness ...

BAE Systems

Eng Prin - Optical

Boulder, CO · On-site

$118K - $200K/yr

Ability to supervise and instruct technicians or junior engineers. * Maintain a regular and ... Experience with optical coating. * Experience with thin film design. * Solid interpersonal skills ...

E Ink

Coating and Lamination Engineer 1100H-2

Billerica, MA · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

THE ROLE E Ink's Product Development Group is looking for a Coating Engineer to join the Coating ... Conduct film characterizations such as profilometry, optical, mechanical, and analytical to verify ...

E Ink

Coating and Lamination Engineer 1100H-2

Billerica, MA · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

THE ROLE E Ink's Product Development Group is looking for a Coating Engineer to join the Coating ... Conduct film characterizations such as profilometry, optical, mechanical, and analytical to verify ...

E Ink

Coating and Lamination Engineer 1100H-2

Billerica, MA · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

THE ROLE E Ink's Product Development Group is looking for a Coating Engineer to join the Coating ... Conduct film characterizations such as profilometry, optical, mechanical, and analytical to verify ...

Infinia Search Inc

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Manufacturing Engineer (Coating Process)

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The coating process engineer will be a key resource in advancing new products, new capabilities ... This work will encompass the Semrock filter business as well as optical coatings for the optical ...

Evaporated Metal Films Inc

Coating Technician Level II-III

Ithaca, NY · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

EMF provides precision optical coatings for a broad range of applications, including automotive ... Report unusual conditions and/or problems to engineering * Full knowledge of location and content ...

IDEX

Coating Technician B-Shift- MSS

West Henrietta, NY

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Coating Technician REPORTING TO: Manufacturing Leader LOCATION: West Henrietta, NY HOURS : B-Shift ... optics, coatings, ceramics, and engineered components. Serving customers in the semiconductor ...

MicroVision

Staff Optical Engineer

Orlando, FL · Hybrid

$120K - $155K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Our engineering excellence, based in Washington State, Washington D.C., Hamburg, Germany and ... Experience defining and reviewing optical coating specifications * Handson experience designing and ...

MicroVision

Staff Optical Engineer

Orlando, FL · Hybrid

$120K - $155K/yr

Our engineering excellence, based in Washington State, Washington D.C., Hamburg, Germany and ... Experience defining and reviewing optical coating specifications * Hands‑on experience designing ...

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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior optical coating engineer in the United States is $71,799.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Junior Optical Coating Engineer vs Optical Coating Technician?

AspectJunior Optical Coating EngineerOptical Coating Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in optics, physics, or engineeringTechnical diploma or associate degree in optics or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign, development, and testing of optical coatings in labs and R&D settingsOperating coating equipment, quality control, and maintenance in manufacturing
Employer & Industry UsageOptical, aerospace, and research companiesManufacturers of optical components and coatings
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on engineering principles and designFocuses on hands-on coating application and equipment operation

The Junior Optical Coating Engineer typically involves designing and developing optical coatings, requiring a degree in a related field. In contrast, the Optical Coating Technician primarily handles the application and quality control of coatings in manufacturing. Both roles are essential in the optical industry but differ in responsibilities and required qualifications.

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Infographic showing various Junior Optical Coating Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $71,799 per year, or $34.5 per hour.

Coating Engineering Team Lead

CACI International, Inc.

Danbury, CT • On-site

$103K - $218K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Coating Engineering Team Lead
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Continental US
* * *
The Opportunity:
As part of our Danbury Operations team, the Coating Engineering Team Lead will have an exciting opportunity to directly contribute to the development of optical solutions for national security programs. We are seeking an engineer to lead and work alongside our team of Coating Engineers in the Manufacturing Engineering Department. The successful candidate will maintain a technical focus, providing input on one or more optical product lines for the Danbury business. In addition to technical contributions, the successful candidate shall perform standard supervisory tasks for a medium-sized team of Engineers.
Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical input on various projects or serve as the lead Coating Engineer on the Integrated Product Team (IPT), including tooling/fixture design, coating design and development, manufacturing work instruction development, and shop floor support.
  • Provide cost and schedule ROMs from derived requirements from the IPT for new work proposals with our business development team.
  • Develop and maintain internal cross-functional relationships. Work with the Optical Fabrication, Coating, and Assembly Team Leads to communicate program schedule and resource allocation discussions.
  • Supervise a team of Coating Engineers. The successful candidate will report directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Department Manager. Expected split is approximately 80% technical, 20% supervisory.
  • Supervisory tasks include HR, payroll, time keeping, and other workplace tasks. Also includes weekly reports and staff meetings as well as growing and developing the team to keep pace with the growing Danbury business.

Qualifications:
Required:
  • BS in Physics, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
  • 7 years of full time work experience in the Aerospace industry, or 5 years direct relevant experience in Optical Coatings as related below.
  • Knowledge of coating design theory, equipment specification and implementation, and coating technologies (Electron Beam and Sputtering).
  • Skilled in coating analytical and measuring tools.
  • SKilled in Macleod and/or FilmStar design tools.
  • Comfortable preparing and presenting ideas to Product/Program or Functional Leadership.
  • Background in the Aerospace or Defense industry with a focus on low-volume, high value production.

Desired:
  • Masters degree in Engineering or MBA.
  • Previous experience leading a team in a professional environment.

What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$103,800 - $218,100
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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