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Summer Optical Engineer Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

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What is the difference between Summer Optical Engineer vs Summer Optical Technician?

AspectSummer Optical EngineerSummer Optical Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related fieldAssociate's degree or technical certification in optics or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, research facilities, and development projectsManufacturing floors, testing labs, and assembly lines
Employer & Industry UsageOptical design firms, research institutions, tech companiesManufacturers, optical component companies, research labs

Summer Optical Engineers focus on designing and developing optical systems, requiring higher education and analytical skills. In contrast, Summer Optical Technicians assist in manufacturing, testing, and assembling optical components, often with technical certifications. Both roles are vital in the optical industry but differ in responsibilities, credentials, and work environments.

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The most popular types of Optical Engineer jobs in Colorado are:

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Infographic showing various Summer Optical Engineer job openings in Colorado as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 31% Full Time, 60% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Quality Inspector (Weekend Nights Shift)

Air Squared Manufacturing, Inc.

Thornton, CO • On-site

$22 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Company: Air Squared Manufacturing, LLC
Title of Position: Quality Inspector (Weekend Nights Shift)
Position Type: Full time; Non-Exempt
Air Squared Manufacturing, Inc. is an OEM manufacturer of scroll type compressors, vacuum pumps and expanders for the medical, aerospace, fuel cell and power generation industries. Air Squared offers exciting career opportunities working on projects including NASA MOXIE, Leading Electric and Autonomous Vehicle OEM, DOE Clean Energy initiatives ranging from nuclear fusion and the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-e), and other cutting-edge projects.
Pay Range: $22 -$28 / hour, based on qualifications and experience
Weekend Nights Shift Hours: Fridays-Sundays, 7:00pm - 7:30am
Weekend Days Shift pays a 15% shift differential for hours worked on the Weekend Nights shift
Company Benefits include:
  • Health Insurance through Cigna (optional HSA plan with $10 per pay period matching)
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance, paid by employer
  • Group and voluntary life insurance
  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Safety shoe allowance
  • 3-weeks PTO accrual and paid holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • Educational reimbursement

Company Perks include:
  • Catered company lunches on a quarterly basis
  • Company Summer picnic for employees and their families
  • Department activities budget
  • Company Happy Hours, Trivia night and more
  • Casual dress code
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Recognition Awards

Quality Inspector (Weekend Nights Shift) Job Responsibilities:
  • Routinely inspect incoming and in-process parts by utilizing programmable CMMs, optical measurement systems and other inspection tools
  • Support NCR process for incoming parts and FAIR process for incoming/in-process parts
  • Support inspections for Operations and Warehouse as needed
  • Read and understand part prints including GD&T
  • Work independently and manage time to ensure the flow of production
  • Use SPC as required
  • Keep work area organized at all times
  • Regularly lift 30 lbs. of raw materials or machine parts with or without accommodation
  • Perform other tasks as assigned

Quality Inspector (Weekend Nights Shift) Qualifications:
  • MUST SUBMIT RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED
  • High school diploma or GED (required)
  • 1-3+ years of experience as a Quality Inspector in an ISO 9001 machining environment
  • Experience with manual inspection/measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers and gauges
  • Ability to use programmable Zeiss CMM (with CALYPSO software) (preferred)
  • GD&T training and/or certification (preferred)
  • Employment with Air Squared is contingent on passing a statewide background check, drug screening (for substances illegal in the state of Colorado), and employment verification through E-verify

Location: Thornton, Colorado
How to Apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/1078af34-40eb-4989-83a3-3a2138324f69/Air-Squared-Manufacturing-Inc%20
Pay Range: $22 -$28 / hour, based on qualifications and experience
Weekend Nights Shift Hours: Fridays-Sundays, 7:00pm - 7:30am
Weekend Days Shift pays a 15% shift differential for hours worked on the Weekend Nights shift
For information on Air Squared, visit our website at https://airsquared.com/
If you need an accommodation seeking employment with Air Squared, please email Careers@airsquared.com or call (303) 466-2669. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.
Air Squared is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
EEO is the Law EEO is the Law Supplement Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination E-Verify Right to Work
EEO is the Law: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
EEO is the law Supplement: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination:- https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
E-Verify poster: https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pd f
Right to Work: https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf
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Salary Description
$22 - $28 / hour