About CVI Infrared Optics

CVI Infrared Optics is a part of the IDEX Materials, Science and Solutions (MSS) platform. Besides our unique capabilities in manufacturing large optics from visible to longwave, we are backed by the combined capabilities of our platform. CVI offers a full spectrum of optical engineering, manufacturing, and assembly expertise. Together we can support all our customers with more engineering expertise, broader capabilities, and extensive manufacturing resources. Since 1982, CVI Infrared Optics has been manufacturing advanced optical components for high performance optronics systems. We have become the leading experts in manufacturing and integration of large optics from visible, and near infrared, to longwave infrared, that can continuously perform in extreme weather climates and harsh conditions.

When you need robust optical components and assembly expertise for your mission critical application, we can provide world-class solutions.

About The Role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Optical Coating Engineer to join our Coating Department. This role is responsible for supporting production activities by applying optical coating knowledge and expertise to help meet customer delivery schedules, quality standards, and yield targets.

Working as part of a skilled team, you will play an important role in ensuring products meet customer specifications while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and supporting new product development. The successful candidate will consistently demonstrate high standards of quality, efficiency, and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and manage multiple coating processes across at least two coating plants within the department.
• Complete and maintain all required production documentation, route cards, and process records accurately.
• Use spectrophotometers and other measuring equipment to assess coating performance and product compliance.
• Monitor coating processes and identify potential issues during production, taking appropriate corrective action where required.
• Identify coating defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks, and other imperfections, understanding their causes and methods of prevention.
• Apply relevant Surface Quality Specifications and quality requirements when inspecting coated products.
• Inspect components prior to coating, ensuring they are suitable for processing and handled safely and cleanly throughout.
• Select and assess appropriate coating fixtures and jigs, considering factors such as clear aperture, dimensions, and condition.
• Determine suitable witness samples and test pieces to maximise efficiency and compliance with customer quality requirements.
• Measure witness samples and produce customer copies where required, working from quality plans, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Carry out routine preventative maintenance activities on equipment and process control systems.
• Identify potential issues with coating plants or measuring equipment and escalate concerns to the appropriate support teams.
• Perform coating chamber clean-downs, inspections, and reassembly activities while following all health and safety requirements.
• Develop the knowledge and expertise required to assess when test runs are necessary and minimise unnecessary processing.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment at all times.
• Work in accordance with company Quality Management Systems, procedures, and ISO requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and coating requirements.
• Clean and prepare a variety of optical materials and substrates.
• Support the training and development of colleagues across the coating department where appropriate.