Jobs at Coherent Corp.

Lead product and commercial analytics for Product Management: build and maintain forecasting, revenue/margin, backlog and market models; create dashboards and recurring reports; improve data integrity and reporting automation; perform market, competitive, and scenario analysis; partner cross-functionally to translate analysis into executive recommendations; incorporate AI-enabled automation to improve reporting and analytical workflows.

Manage work orders and reschedule reports, research and correct receiving/invoicing errors, assist department manager with work order creation, and perform other assigned planning/purchasing tasks in a manufacturing environment.

Lead daily production of laser components and subassemblies, manage schedules, metrics, and resources, develop staff, drive Lean/Six Sigma continuous improvements, support automation, ensure quality, safety, and compliance with manufacturing procedures and ISO standards.

Provide senior administrative support to the VP and business unit leadership: manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings and events, arrange domestic and international travel, prepare correspondence and briefing materials, handle expense reporting and procurement support, track budgets and spending, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver leadership and site logistics.

Prepare and load optical substrates for thin-film deposition, perform cleaning and microscopic inspection to ANSI/MIL/ISO standards, run reflectivity tests on spectrophotometers/lasers, unload and final-inspect coated parts, and enter work order data into the MRP system.

Lead standardization, governance, and performance management for corporate physical security and resilience programs. Own policy, assurance, KPIs, executive reporting, portfolio tracking, and vendor/budget oversight. Translate policy into site-level procedures, drive continuous improvement and adoption of automation/AI tools, and provide ad hoc global security advisory support.

Design and implement C#/.NET applications and C/C++ firmware for embedded laser controllers. Lead SW/FW architecture, testing, board bring-up, debugging, maintenance of legacy products, and collaborate with hardware and test engineers.

Design and develop high-speed, high-sensitivity InGaAs/InP photodiodes across concept to manufacturing. Collaborate with epitaxy and process engineers, perform electrical/optical characterization, support qualification and reliability, drive design improvements, document results, and support manufacturing scale-up and IP development.

Support daily monitoring and inspection of critical semiconductor wafers, perform hands-on process development and experiments, manage MES transactions (hold/release/move), and support deviation/build request and change control in a Class 100/1000 cleanroom environment.

Design, simulate, layout, and tape out silicon photonics devices and PICs using optical and RF simulation and CAD tools. Collaborate with foundries, module and test engineers to optimize device structures, perform characterization, and create qualification plans.

Support planning, scheduling, and execution of micro-channeling and laser machining projects for thermal management components. Coordinate cross-functional teams, maintain project documentation and status, assist manufacturing trials and process development, analyze project data, and communicate progress and risks to stakeholders. Provide manufacturing-floor support and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and EHS standards.

Design, prototype, and verify fiber-optic systems (OTDR, OSA, OPS); troubleshoot product and process issues; support manufacturing transfers; develop new optical technologies and contribute to IP; provide technical sales support and collaborate cross-functionally.

Lead product line P&L and strategy, manage R&D allocation and NPI, set pricing and capital allocation, drive product pipeline and cross-functional execution, partner with engineering and sales, and ensure inventory, quality, and safety while achieving profitability and growth.

Lead product strategy and full lifecycle for the Cloud segment in fiber‑optic telecommunications. Define product vision, prioritize features, conduct market and customer research, collaborate with engineering, sales, and marketing, manage product financials, and drive cross‑functional execution and go‑to‑market activities to deliver high‑quality products.

Provide technical expertise, training, and process transfer for DMG Mori DMU 95/160 and other precision machining platforms. Develop programming, setup, probing, verification, and documentation to enable production deployment. Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to improve machine utilization, robustness, and internal capabilities.

Support and improve MOCVD epitaxial production of GaAs/InP optoelectronic devices through sustaining engineering: analyze characterization data, adjust recipes to maintain yield, apply SPC/DOE, and collaborate with production and R&D to support 24/7 manufacturing.

Lead manufacturing process improvements for precision optical production: analyze data, reduce cycle time and costs, design/qualify tooling and automation, apply Lean/Six Sigma and AI-enabled analytics, maintain process documentation, partner cross-functionally, drive CAPEX and continuous improvement projects, and train production staff.

Oversee day-shift manufacturing in a Class 10,000 cleanroom to meet production, quality, cost goals; prioritize schedules, train and develop personnel, enforce safety and gowning protocols, drive lean improvements, manage reporting and budget recommendations.

The Senior Product Line Manager will oversee product management and business development, working closely with R&D and sales to grow revenue and develop product strategies while managing product life cycles.

Lead installation, qualification, maintenance, and optimization of etch, PECVD, sputter and related fab equipment in a cleanroom. Drive yield, uptime, and process stability; troubleshoot and repair tools; partner with process engineers; manage vendors, performance metrics, and TPM activities; prepare purchase requisitions and documentation.