Own precision optical components from concept through prototype, validation, and high-volume production ramp, as the single point of accountability for the outcome Lead external vendor and supply-chain collaborations spanning material selection, tooling, process optimization, metrology, and quality control Develop and qualify ophthalmic manufacturing processes and the metrology used to verify optical components, including optical power, surface form, wavefront, and cosmetics Define and qualify manufacturing processes and tooling, including precision molds, fixtures, and optical surface generation, to establish new process capability with partners Drive mold design and mold flow analysis to optimize tool geometry, gating, and process windows for optical-grade parts Develop and qualify high-precision lens cutting processes, including CNC machining, edging, and laser systems at scale Troubleshoot optical and mechanical defects and run design of experiments (DOE) for root cause analysis and process improvement Develop and integrate novel materials and fabrication processes such as lamination, optical surface generation, coating, casting, and injection molding to enable next-generation optics and displays Partner with cross-functional teams to set program priorities and deliver product sub-systems hardened for high-volume manufacturingBachelor's degree in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Optical Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience 6+ years of experience in manufacturing and process development of precision optical components for ophthalmic or consumer electronics Experience with metrology of optical components, including optical power, surface form, wavefront, and cosmetic inspection, and with material and mechanical characterization Experience with mold design and mold flow analysis Experience with mold flow and fluid dynamics simulation software (e.g., Autodesk Moldflow, Moldex3D, or equivalent CFD tools) Experience with precision tooling and manufacturing methods such as optical-grade injection molding, casting in high-volume manufacturing Ph. D. In Materials Science, Polymer Science, Optical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience in the optical plastics lens industry 8+ years of experience with optical materials and process engineering lens manufacturing Experience with sequential ray tracing, optical simulation, and tolerancing using Zemax or Code V Experience with DOE design and data analysis for problem solving and root cause analysis Experience with emerging or non-traditional manufacturing techniques, processes, and materials such as lamination, optical surface generation, or advanced casting methods Experience in owning tooling development and qualification for molds and fixtures, from design through production Experience with ophthalmic coating design, process development, and manufacturing Experience with high-precision machining and edging tools for lens cutting and engraving Experience with optical compliance and product regulations such as FDA, ANSI, or ISOMeta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses.