LightPath Technologies · 2 days ago
Opto-Mechanical Engineering Manager
Greater Orlando
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expLightPath Technologies, Inc. is a leading global provider of precision optics and photonics solutions, serving defense, aerospace, medical, and industrial markets. The company is seeking an experienced Opto-Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead the design and production of advanced infrared optical assemblies, manage a growing engineering team, and ensure high-quality deliverables.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of infrared (SWIR, MWIR, LWIR) optical assemblies from concept through production release
Translate optical prescriptions into manufacturable, robust opto-mechanical designs with careful consideration for CTE, preload, centration, tilt, and stress control
Define and implement lens mounting, retention, and alignment strategies suitable for demanding environmental conditions
Create and manage detailed CAD models, drawings, and configurations in Creo Parametric, ensuring compliance with GD&T and company standards
Partner with optical designers, manufacturing engineers, and suppliers to ensure designs meet DFM/DFA best practices and production requirements
Oversee and participate in multi-lens assembly processes, including passive and active alignment techniques
Support material and coating selection, adhesive/epoxy evaluation, and process optimization for IR hardware manufacturing
Drive environmental qualification efforts, including thermal cycling, shock/vibration, sealing, venting, and contamination control testing
Perform and review tolerance analyses to ensure assemblies meet stringent optical performance requirements
Establish and enforce design standards, best practices, and review processes to ensure high-quality deliverables
Mentor and develop team members through technical coaching, feedback, and structured training
Collaborate with program managers, customers, and cross-functional teams to deliver on schedule, cost, and performance goals
Contribute to configuration control, design documentation, and compliance with applicable standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810)
Other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical/Opto-Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience; Master's degree is a plus
Minimum 5+ years designing infrared optical assemblies (SWIR., MWIR, LWIR) for production applications
3+ years of managing and guiding a technical team, set design standards and best practices, perform detailed design reviews, and grow team capabilities through structured coaching and feedback
Demonstrated ability to convert optical prescriptions into robust mounts with careful management of CTE, preload, centration/tilt, and stress minimization
Experience with multi-lens alignment methods (both passive and active)
Proven track record supporting environmental qualification (thermal cycling, vibration/shock testing, sealing, venting, contamination control)
Strong knowledge of athermal lens mounting, retention strategies, and design for harsh environments (extreme temperatures, shock, vibration)
Advanced user of Creo Parametric, including complex assemblies, drawings, configurations, and family tables
Hands-on experience with DFM/DFA for IR hardware, including diamond turning, precision machining, glass molding, coatings, and adhesive/epoxy selection and cure processes
Proficiency in GD&T and tolerance stack-up analysis for strict centration, tilt, and runout requirements
Familiarity with infrared optical materials and mechanical finishes
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees’ health, growth, and work-life balance
9/80 work schedule
Company
LightPath Technologies
LightPath is committed to delivering the highest quality, most reliable optical components and assemblies to its customers.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$103.75M2025-12-12Post Ipo Equity· $60M
2025-09-15Post Ipo Equity· $8M
2025-03-05Post Ipo Equity· $32.2M
Leadership Team
Sam Rubin
Chief Executive Officer
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Stephen Mielke
Vice President of Engineering
Recent News
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