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OptiGrate is a fast-growing company located in Orlando, Florida. Orlando is widely recognized as the largest cluster of modeling, simulation and training companies in the world and the nation’s military simulation training centers are based here. Orlando is also home to one of three centers of excellence in the optics/photonics industry and world-renown laser scientists work at the University of Central Florida. AirTran Airways is based in Orlando and JetBlue Airways operates their pilot and crew training facility in the area. Through 2010, it is expected that three of the four top jobs in Central Florida will be technology related. eWeek has recognized Orlando as one of the top 10 U.S. emerging technology hubs and it is also recognized by BusinessWeek as one of the world’s “most fiercely competitive” communities. (According to the Metro Orlando EDC)

If you want to work hard and make a difference, join the OptiGrate team. We are always seeking talented people to join our team. If you don't see a job listing that suits you, send a letter and resume to HR@OptiGrate.com for further inquiries.

Current openings:

• Senior Optical Materials Engineer / Technologist 

Job ID: OG11-OME1

Company Name: OptiGrate Corp

Job location: Orlando, FL (UCF area)

Job Category: Engineering / Technical Management

Position type: Full-time, employee

Benefits: Full Package

Experience: 5-10 years

Salary: commensurate with related experience

Desired Education Level: MS / Ph.D.

Summary OptiGrate is looking for a Senior Optical Materials Engineer or Technologist for Optical Glass Production Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for photosensitive glass technology development and fabrication of wafer substrates. The position requires hands-on, preferably industrial experience, in optical component manufacturing and optical materials technology development. OptiGrate provides competitive salaries, full benefit package, and great professional growth opportunities.

Job Description The successful candidate will work as a part of a glass wafer manufacturing group and will be responsible for development and fabrication of substrates from OptiGrate’s proprietary photosensitive glass used in holographic optical element (HOE) production. The candidate will lead a team of technical staff to support manufacturing processes in the small volume glass melting and wafer production areas. The candidate will be responsible for developing and launching new production and metrology processes in the glass fabrication facility.

Job Requirements 1) M.S. or Ph.D. in optical materials, optics, optoelectronics, or material sciences, preferably with emphasis on optical glasses or ceramics 2) Hands on experience in optics manufacturing, optical materials development and optical metrology. Good understanding of optical materials properties and characterization techniques 3) Should be well familiar with optical component production techniques, machines, and tools 4) Process automation and use of LabView is a plus 5) Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical, optical and electrical specifications using drawings and manuals 6) Technical and/or production management experience is highly desirable

Company: OptiGrate is a fast growing, innovative technology company with leading positions in design and development of holographic optical elements. OptiGrate is proud to have more than 300 customers on 5 continents and is a supplier to government contractors and key industrial and academic players in optoelectronics, analytical, semiconductor, and defense industries. OptiGrate was elected one of the 50 Florida Companies to Watch in 2011.

Please submit your resume to: HR@OptiGrate.com