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Surface Grinder

Clinton Township, MI

$30 - $35/hr

We are seeking a highly skilled Surface Grinder to join our team . In this role, you will set up ... optical comparators. * Troubleshoot setups and maintain equipment , including wheel dressing and ...

Sydor Optics Inc.

Optical Technician

Rochester, NY · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Sydor Optics, Inc. is a Rochester-based leader in flat-surfaced precision optics with over 60 years of innovation and manufacturing excellence. From our modern facility in Chili, NY, just minutes ...

Sydor Optics Inc.

Optical Technician

Rochester, NY · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Sydor Optics, Inc. is a Rochester-based leader in flat-surfaced precision optics with over 60 years of innovation and manufacturing excellence. From our modern facility in Chili, NY, just minutes ...

Bond Optics

Optical Fabrication Engineer

Lebanon, NH · On-site

$85K - $110K/yr

Exposure to acid etching, MRF, or other post-polish surface treatments. Physical Requirements & Work Environment * On-site, full-time at Bond Optics' Lebanon, NH facility; no remote option.

Bond Optics

Optical Fabrication Engineer

Lebanon, NH · On-site

Exposure to acid etching, MRF, or other post-polish surface treatments. Physical Requirements & Work Environment * On-site, full-time at Bond Optics' Lebanon, NH facility; no remote option.

Coherent Corp.

Surface Grinding Technician

Monroe, CT · On-site

Set up and operate surface grinding machines * Grind precision parts to required tolerances and ... optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets.

Coherent

Surface Grinding Technician

Monroe, CT

Set up and operate surface grinding machines * Grind precision parts to required tolerances and ... optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets.

Ametek

Optics Coating Operator

Middlefield, CT

Clean optical components and monitor vacuum chamber for the deposition of optical coatings on optical surfaces. Hand or ultrasonically clean and inspect optical components in preparation of ...

Ametek

Optics Manufacturing Engineer

Middlefield, CT

$125K - $161K/yr

Define process parameters and controls to meet dimensional and surface quality requirements. * Design experiments and conduct R&D on advanced optical fabrication. * Improve yield, reduce defects, and ...

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How much do surface optics jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for surface optics in the United States is $143,611.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Surface Optics vs Optical Technician?

AspectSurface OpticsOptical Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in optics, physics, or engineeringOften requires a certificate or associate degree in optics or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, manufacturing facilities, or aerospace industriesOptical labs, manufacturing plants, or healthcare settings
Industry UsageUsed in high-precision optics, aerospace, and researchCommon in lens manufacturing, optical device assembly, and maintenance

Surface Optics professionals focus on designing, analyzing, and improving optical surfaces and systems, often working in research or high-tech industries. Optical Technicians typically handle the assembly, testing, and maintenance of optical devices. While both roles require knowledge of optics, Surface Optics roles tend to involve more research and development, whereas Optical Technicians focus on practical application and manufacturing processes.

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Infographic showing various Surface Optics job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 67% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $143,611 per year, or $69 per hour.
Technical Sales Representative

Technical Sales Representative

Surface Optics Corporation

San Diego, CA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Summary: Drive commercial instrument sales by supporting new and existing customers throughout the sales cycle. Act as the point of contact for domestic, international and reseller customers for sales of Surface Optics Corporation (SOC) reflectometer, spectral imaging, and other analytical instrumentation product lines. Coordinate support actions for existing customers.

Work Location:

This position is based onsite at Surface Optics Corporation?s facility. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this role.

Travel Requirements:

Regular domestic travel is required, with frequency depending on customer engagement and project requirements. Occasional international travel may be needed.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Develop a deep understanding of SOC products, services, and capabilities to match customer requirements with SOC?s product and service offerings.
  • Qualify and respond to sales leads by telephone or written correspondence.
  • Provide marketing material, pricing, lead times, and quotations to customer inquiries.
  • Support reseller and distributor accounts to ensure promotion of international sales.
  • Use Salesforce CRM for sales pipeline management, maintain up-to-date records on sales opportunities and customer information. Input data in Salesforce as necessary to support wider company processes.
  • Coordinate activities in support of tradeshows/conferences where SOC is an exhibitor and attend exhibitions, representing SOC and supporting business development.
  • Liaison between customers and SOC applications scientists/engineering team to ensure all technical questions are answered satisfactorily.
  • Coordinate communication between internal parties to move forward bespoke product/service quotations.
  • Manage customer support cases by assessing their priority and nature, resolving if possible, and assigning relevant teams/individuals, as necessary. Maintain support case records and ensure support cases are closed in a timely manner.
  • Contribute to marketing strategy and product roadmap by communicating insights on customer needs, competitive landscape, and gaps in product lines and sales collateral.
  • Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations to potential customers on-site, at customer facilities, symposiums, webinars, and trade shows.
  • Assist in generating new marketing material for SOC products in the form of white papers, application notes, FAQs, blog posts, customer profiles, content for email marketing, etc.
  • Mandatory attendance at all-hands SOC safety, security and HR meetings.

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