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Coating Metrology Engineer

Coherent Corp. US
Murrieta, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

We are seeking a skilled Coating Metrology Engineer to take ownership of the metrology lab, ensuring process control, equipment uptime, and continuous improvement. This role involves operating and maintaining optical measurement tools, developing robust data collection techniques, and supporting both production and R&D efforts. The ideal candidate will collaborate across teams to troubleshoot technical issues, analyze thin film coating performance, and optimize manufacturing processes. Come join a growing team!

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Provide ownership of the area, process, pedigree, and continuous improvement of the thin film coating metrology lab

Operate and maintain numerous optical spectrophotometers, FTIR’s, ellipsometer and microscope equipment supporting uptime and calibrations

Perform and create robust data collection techniques and methods for measuring thin film coating optical performance working in conjunction with optical coating engineers and technicians 

Establish data acquisition/analysis, SPC and calibration best practices 

Support the production and R&D efforts of the department in acquiring data, reviewing customer specifications and requirements and determining pass/fail 

Develop robust documentation, test procedures and manufacturing work instructions with assistance from coating engineering and operations personnel. 

Collaborate effectively across the organization working closely with coating, quality, manufacturing and program office departments 

Resolve technical issues as they arise during coating evaluation with assistance from coating engineering, quality engineering and operations personnel; identifies root causes of manufacturing problems using analytical techniques; provides clear and concise corrective action reports. 

Troubleshoot product quality and production yield problems and supports corrective action teams. 

Support manufacturing operations to ensure products are delivered on time 

 

Education & Experience 

Minimum BS in engineering, physics, optics, materials science or equivalent 

5 years of thin film coating metrology experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably at an aerospace company 

 

Skills 

Strong verbal and written technical communication skills. 

Experience with thin-film measurement techniques and equipment preferred (spectrophotometer, FTIR, ellipsometer, profilometer, digital microscope) 

Computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet software, including MS Office Suite to support requirements for technical reports and analytical studies. 

Hands-on experience in thin film optical characterization technologies (Must possess a thorough understanding of the physics and practical mechanics of these processes) 

Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, blueprints 

Experience in design of experiments, data analysis and statistical analysis 

Ability to create technical presentations for both internal and external customers. 

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. DOE and root-cause (RRCA, 5-Why, 8D) experience strongly desired. 

Strong organizational skills and attention to details required. 

Experience in creating and maintaining work instructions, procedures, process documentation with configuration control. 

 

Safety Requirements 

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards. 

 

Quality and Environmental Responsibilities 

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System. 

 

Culture Commitment 

 Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.: 

 Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust 

 Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas 

 Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome 

 Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone 

 Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work 

 

Coherent Corp. 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.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations (ITAR), applicant must be a U.S. person, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8. U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State."

 

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com.

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