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Attalon, Inc.

Optical Coating Tech I

Murrieta, CA · On-site

$18.34 - $31.36/hr

... vacuum coating chambers, including cleaning, foiling, sandblasting, and installing system components. • Load optics into tooling or fixtures for coating and monitor deposition parameters during ...

apsTemps

PVD Coating Machine Technician

Oldsmar, FL

$17/hr

Operate vacuum coating chambers for coating precision parts. * Operate, light troubleshoot, and maintain PVD equipment and coating chambers. * Assist with grit blasting, cleaning, and fixturing parts ...

ARMORLUBE LLC

Mechanical Technician

Tucson, AZ

$45K - $65K/yr

Assembly of Vacuum Coating Equipment: * Read and interpret electrical schematics, air schematics, build diagrams, and assembly instructions accurately. * Handle and prepare vacuum mating surfaces and ...

Teledyne

Coating Technician (2nd or 3rd Shift)

Freeport, PA

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

Prepare vacuum chambers for coating runs. * Monitor coating processes and record necessary run parameters. * Troubleshoot equipment or process issues. * Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.

Teledyne

Coating Technician (2nd or 3rd Shift)

Freeport, PA

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

Prepare vacuum chambers for coating runs. * Monitor coating processes and record necessary run parameters. * Troubleshoot equipment or process issues. * Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.

Teledyne

Coating Technician (2nd or 3rd Shift)

Freeport, PA

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

Prepare vacuum chambers for coating runs. * Monitor coating processes and record necessary run parameters. * Troubleshoot equipment or process issues. * Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.

Corning

Machine Mechanic - Coating

Fairport, NY · On-site

$29.75 - $34/hr

Troubleshoots and repairs vacuum coating equipment and building systems such as compressed air, vacuum and nitrogen systems. Has experience working in molecular cleanrooms. * Ability to read and ...

Corning

Machine Mechanic - Coating

Fairport, NY

$29.75 - $34/hr

Troubleshoots and repairs vacuum coating equipment and building systems such as compressed air, vacuum and nitrogen systems. Has experience working in molecular cleanrooms. * Ability to read and ...

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Optical Coating Tech I

Attalon, Inc.

Murrieta, CA • On-site

$18.34 - $31.36/hr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Attalon / Location Overview

Attalon’s Murrieta facility is a hub for advanced optical manufacturing supporting aerospace and defense applications. Our team works on cutting-edge technologies that enable mission-critical systems. Join us and be part of a company that values precision, innovation, and collaboration.

Optical Coating Technician I

Job Details

The Optical Coating Technician I plays a key role in producing high-performance optical components by applying thin-film coatings to precision substrates. This position ensures quality and reliability in every step of the coating process, from preparation to inspection. Working in a cleanroom environment, you’ll collaborate with engineering and operations teams to deliver components that meet stringent aerospace and defense standards. This is a 1st shift position offering the opportunity to work on advanced technologies in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow written and electronic work instructions, job aids, and standard operating procedures.
• Handle and clean delicate optical surfaces using chemical and mechanical processes.
• Inspect optics for cleanliness and contamination removal prior to coating.
• Prepare and operate vacuum coating chambers, including cleaning, foiling, sandblasting, and installing system components.
• Load optics into tooling or fixtures for coating and monitor deposition parameters during production.
• Unload coated optics and inspect for quality and physical integrity.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to meet daily production goals.
• Report issues promptly and maintain adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Complete required training on time and with proficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1+ years of experience in optics, coating, cleanroom, or thin-film deposition.
• Ability to handle fragile components with precision and care.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical documentation.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with vacuum coating systems and cleanroom protocols.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and production schedules.

For California, the hourly base pay range for this role is $18.34 - $31.36.
Please note this range is provided as a general guideline. When determining an offer, Attalon takes into account multiple factors, including (but not limited to) the responsibilities of the position, your professional experience, education and training, specialized skills, and current market and business conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Attalon, Inc. 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.

Export Control Compliance

This role involves access to technology, materials, software, or hardware subject to U.S. export control laws. Therefore, to be considered, candidates must be classified as a “U.S. Person” under applicable regulations or be eligible for authorization under a U.S. government export license.