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Lead Coating Engineer

Richmond, CA · On-site

$100K - $178K/yr

The Optical Coating Engineer leads the technical team and drives the design, development, and ... Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Program Management, and Operations to deliver projects on ...

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Coating Technician B-Shift- MSS

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

... optics, coatings, ceramics, and engineered components. Serving customers in the semiconductor ... Manage and meet daily production goals, escalate issues and concerns affecting meeting the goal as ...

University of Rochester

$21.78 - $30.53/hr

You will be responsible for operating thin film deposition chambers, including the implementation of design strategies, management of coating equipment and inspection of optics to be coated. You will ...

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Manufacturing Engineer (Coating Process)

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr (+ commission)

This work will encompass the Semrock filter business as well as optical coatings for the optical ... Project management: Manage small project teams and be accountable for maintaining timelines and ...

Corning Inc.

$1.6K - $3.1K/wk

The intern will also gain exposure to optical thin‑film coating terminology and processes ... Ability to deliver technical presentations to operators, engineers, and managers * Innovative ...

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How much do optical coating manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for optical coating manager in the United States is $73,209.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,000.00 and $76,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an optical coating manager do?

An Optical Coating Manager oversees the production and application of thin film coatings on optical components such as lenses, mirrors, and filters. They manage teams responsible for operating coating equipment, ensure quality control, and troubleshoot issues in the coating process. Their role also involves coordinating with engineers and clients to meet specific optical requirements and deadlines, as well as maintaining compliance with safety and industry standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an optical coating manager?

To thrive as an Optical Coating Manager, a strong background in physics, materials science, and optical engineering is essential, often supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in a related field. Expertise with vacuum deposition systems, thin-film measurement tools, and familiarity with industry standards or certifications such as ISO 9001 are typically required. Leadership, problem-solving, and effective communication skills set outstanding managers apart in overseeing teams and coordinating with clients. These skills ensure the production of high-quality coatings, efficient team operations, and the ability to meet demanding technical specifications in a competitive market.

What are some common challenges optical coating managers face when overseeing production teams?

Optical Coating Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict quality standards while meeting tight production deadlines, ensuring equipment is properly calibrated, and troubleshooting coating defects. Additionally, they must coordinate closely with engineering, quality assurance, and R&D teams to implement new processes or address customer-specific requirements. Effective communication and adaptability are essential, as priorities may shift rapidly based on urgent orders or technical issues.

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Staff Optical Coating Process Engineer

Santa Rosa, CA • On-site

II-VI Aerospace & Defense
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
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$141K - $182K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description


Primary Duties & Responsibilities
  • Have in-depth knowledge of reactive magnetron sputtering processes and their relationship to thin-film growth processes sufficient to understand their effects on optical, structural and mechanical properties of multilayer thin films.
  • Have sufficient analytical knowledge of automated thin film vacuum sputter deposition chamber operation to support Process change decisions regarding; Programmable Logic Controllers, Agility HMI automation, process control interfaces, process control setup, laser monitoring, Manufacturing execution system and database interface.
  • Have in depth knowledge and experience with vacuum equipment including, pumps, valves, feedthroughs, Mass flow valves, pressure gauges, magnetron cathodes, heaters and heat control systems.
  • Understand Optical thin-film design theory and how to use Optical thin-film design codes for characterizing manufacturing errors. Working knowledge of basic design building blocks, effective indices and the various applications of symmetric design components.
  • Analytical knowledge of automated Optical monitoring systems used for accurate layer thickness control of coatings with as many as 400 layers and synchronous control of deposition process.
  • Ability to interpret and analyze data from radiometric fiber optic measurement system utilizing grin lenses and tunable laser sources.
  • Working together with engineers in a team environment where project actions are interdependent upon multiple team members where shared ideas may be accepted or challenged in an effort to achieve the best outcome for all.
  • Responsible for daily decisions on process, product and equipment problems and their impact on production costs and on-time delivery commitments.
  • Develop new tools and processes for manufacturing new products and integrate them into the manufacturing systems.
  • Interact closely with the Manufacturing team to monitor and clarify procedures.
  • Support Planning and Manufacturing to optimize product flow, throughput and on-time delivery goals.
  • Perform continuous process improvement and development of tools to assist engineering and manufacturing in evaluation of processes, diagnosis of equipment failures, product and business. Support decisions using measurable statistics.
  • Maintain and optimize predictive tools to maximize run yields and minimize downtime.
  • Perform product qualifications for new products or for specified process changes
  • Write or modify work instructions for tasks associated with coating processes, measurement instrumentation and software tool utilized by technicians.
  • Participate in major development efforts driven by Management and work together with Senior engineers to identify how to best support the effort
  • Communicate well with outside vendors and customers, fostering good working relationships.

Education & Experience
  • BS degree or higher in Engineering, Physics or related field
  • 5 years of professional optical coating process engineering in manufacturing.

Skills
  • In depth knowledge of reactive magnetron sputter deposition processes, thin film growth processes and their interrelationships
  • In depth knowledge of thin film design theory, thin film design code development and product application.
  • General knowledge of statistical software packages, interpretation of statistics and an ability to clearly communicate statistical results to others.
  • Experience Decreasing/Eliminating process variations using problem solving methodologies to; understand root causes, confirm hypotheses, implement resolutions, and optimize improvement
  • General knowledge optical thin film metrology for telecommunication filters
  • Familiarity with Matlab/Visual Basic/Labview/Python codes for equipment control and data analysis and proficient in one of these languages.
  • Have proficient general computer skills. Some examples are; experience with commercial thin film software, and other programs, Word, Excel, power point etc.
  • Experience TFCALC preferred.

Working Conditions
  • Shift and 'on-call' work may be required, particularly where manufacturing/production equipment is in continual 24-hour operation.

Physical Requirements
  • Able to lift and move up to 25lbs without assistances

Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity - Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration - Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability - Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect - Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm - Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.
About Us
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
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