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CooperVision

Sales Support Representative

Victor, NY · Remote

$18.25 - $25/hr

Sales Support Representative Victor, NY, United States (Remote) CooperVision, a division of ... optics. CooperVision has a strong heritage of solving the toughest vision challenges such as ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote optical in Rochester, NY is $21.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $23.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a Remote Optical Technician, your daily responsibilities often include reviewing patient prescriptions, conducting virtual fittings or measurements, verifying order accuracy, and providing remote customer support via phone or video conferencing. You may collaborate with optometrists, optical labs, or retail teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure expedited order fulfillment. The work is typically computer-based and may involve flexible shifts, allowing you to serve patients from various locations. This remote role combines technical tasks with frequent digital communication, making strong organization and self-management important for success.

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A Remote Optical job involves performing optical-related tasks, such as eyewear fitting, lens recommendations, or vision assessments, from a remote location. Professionals in this role may assist customers via video calls, phone, or online platforms to provide optical guidance. This job is common in tele-optometry, online eyewear retailers, and virtual optical consultations. It allows optical professionals to work flexibly without being physically present in a store or clinic.

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To thrive as a Remote Optical Technician, you need a solid background in optical sciences or optometry support, experience with lens fabrication or prescription validation, and sometimes a relevant certification such as ABO (American Board of Opticianry) certification. Proficiency with digital lens measurement tools, remote diagnostic platforms, and practice management systems is important for efficiently performing remote duties. Strong communication, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills help you effectively serve patients and collaborate with other eye care professionals from a distance. These abilities ensure accuracy and reliability in optical services while maintaining a high standard of patient care remotely.

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Lead, System Engineering (Space Optical Systems)

L3HHCM20

Rochester, NY • On-site, Remote

$110K - $205K/yr

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Lead, System Engineering (Space Optical Systems)

Job Code: 36110

Job Location: Rochester, NY

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Every other Friday off!)

Relocation: Relocation assistance is available to qualified applicants

Job Description:

The L3Harris space superiority and imaging systems engineering department is seeking a systems engineer to join our team and support programs that we have recently won. The department specializes in space-based, small and large aperture visible and IR telescopes with integrated electromechanical devices used for motion and focus control. 

The successful candidate will be a program technical lead (Lead or Chief Systems Engineer, IPT Lead) by performing technical analysis, managing specifications, and generating design reviews and technical documents.  Additional responsibilities include leading the test and design verification, requirements sell off, and end item data package (EIDP) generation efforts.  

Essential Functions: 

  • Lead the development and execution of system architecture and system design plans.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration and compatibility of all system components and provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the entire project lifecycle.
  • Perform technical analysis, manage specifications, and generate design review, requirements, specifications, interface, and technical documents.
  • Support product test and design verification, requirements sell-off, risk assessments and mitigations, end item data package generation efforts
  • Mentor and train junior engineers to build and strengthen the team's technical expertise.
  • Engage in continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Utilize systems engineering tools and methodologies to support model-based systems engineering (MBSE).
  • Contribute to proposal development and program planning activities.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Physics, or other related scientific discipline and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.
  • Professional experience in a systems engineering role supporting requirements, design, manufacturing, and integration of systems
  • 4+ years systems engineering experience with space-based payloads or vehicle systems.
  • Prior experience with the development of optics, imaging, or space based remote sensing systems.

 

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • An active Top Secret/SCI clearance is highly desirable.
  • Systems engineering experience with space-based EO/IR systems with electromechanical pointing and focus control.
  • Technical Subject Matter Expertise in optical, electro-optical, electrical, mechanical, electromechanical, or equivalent engineering discipline.
  • Relevant experience with the design, manufacture, integration, test and sell-off of space-based EO/IR subsystems.
  • Cameo Systems/No Magic Model-based systems engineering (MBSE), SysML
  • Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.
  • Ability to support program milestone reviews (SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR, FCA/PCA, PSR).
  • Ability to collaborate across all levels of leadership.
  • Work collaboratively with others and complete assignments with a team-oriented approach.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills - taking complex concepts and sharing with others
  • Ability to architect an end to end space system with a full understanding of the product lifecycle
  • Experience with project management aspects of technology development programs.
  • Experience with estimating and managing costs, & creating and managing schedules.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $110,500.00 - $205,500.00 This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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