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Materion Corporation

Optics Engineer

Westford, MA · On-site +1

$134K - $173K/yr

Thin Film Engineers will be exposed to optical coating design, generation of detailed manufacturing plans and maintenance of existing PVD processes. Ideal candidates must possess strong technical ...

Azimuth

Scientist III

Dayton, OH · On-site +1

... functional optical coating applications. Responsibilities for this role include, but are not ... Collaboration with research scientists and engineers to design, develop, and maintain software ...

IDEX

Enterprise Optical Engineer

$132K - $170K/yr

Translate customer needs and requirements into manufacturable designs using CAD, coating design ... Master's degree or above in in Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering (with optics ...

IDEX

Enterprise Optical Engineer

Longmont, CO · On-site +1

$127K - $165K/yr

Translate customer needs and requirements into manufacturable designs using CAD, coating design ... Master's degree or above in in Optical Engineering, Physics, Mechanical Engineering (with optics ...

The Aerospace Corporation

Optical Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site +1

$137K - $177K/yr

At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD), we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our ... We are seeking to hire a laser communications engineer (Engineering Specialist) to join the Optical ...

Muon Space

Staff Optical Engineer

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$166K - $223K/yr

About the role Muon seeks a Staff Optical Engineer to act as a technical lead on our team in Mountain View, CA or Remote, developing infrared remote sensing instruments. The ideal candidate is a self ...

QCi

$141K - $182K/yr

Position Description The Quantum Optical Engineer will contribute to the design, development, testing, and optimization of QCi's advanced remote sensing and secure communication systems. This role ...

SAIC

Multi-Disciplinary Optical Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$132K - $171K/yr

TS/SCI with Poly Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking a senior Multi-Disciplinary Optical Engineer to join the Space and Intelligence Business Group. You would work ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote optical coating engineer in the United States is $100,319.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,500.00 and $109,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

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The Remote Optical Coating Engineer focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing optical coatings, often working remotely with engineers and scientists. They require advanced knowledge of optics, materials, and coating processes, typically holding a degree in optical engineering or physics. In contrast, an Optical Coating Technician performs hands-on application and quality control of coatings in a manufacturing environment, usually requiring technical certifications or associate degrees. While both roles work within the optical industry, the engineer's role is more design and development-oriented, whereas the technician's role is more operational and production-focused.

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Infographic showing various Remote Optical Coating Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,319 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Optics Engineer

Materion Corporation

Westford, MA • On-site, Remote

$134K - $173K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 100 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us!
Materion is seeking a Thin Film Engineer to join our rapidly growing Precision Optics and Thin Film Coatings team located in Westford, MA. Thin Film Engineers will be exposed to optical coating design, generation of detailed manufacturing plans and maintenance of existing PVD processes. Ideal candidates must possess strong technical skills, the ability to perform complex problem solving, and a passion for continued education and learning opportunities. The position also requires the ability to adapt to competing priorities, be able to operate both independently and within a team environment and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Optics or Photonics.
  • 0- 3 years of Engineering experience in manufacturing process development, optics or optical coating technologies is preferred.
  • Understand and operate metrology equipment used for characterizing thin films, including spectrophotometry and interferometry
  • Experience in a low volume / high mix product environment is an asset
  • Exhibit sound interpersonal skills involving interfacing, coordinating and negotiating with company personnel at all levels, customers and suppliers
  • Experience with SPC, Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing skills in problem solving, statistics, manufacturing quality, and quality principles
  • Ability to understand, analyze, and resolve complex technical problems
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
  • Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and MS Project or similar planning software

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary range: $77,200-101,325 *
*The salary range listed is a guide for this position and may vary depending on experience, education, geographic location, and other qualifications. The final offer will be determined based on the candidate's individual merits and the company's compensation policies.
This position may require the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. Non-US citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. For individuals to be considered for a security clearance, the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), conducts personnel security background investigations for the Department of Defense and other federal agencies. More information about security clearances can be found on the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) website here: https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/adjudications/
The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion's business requirements.
Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the "Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Materion's Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers.
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