The field of optics is growing rapidly. Companies are in intense competition for well-trained, skilled workers, and prospective starting salaries can range anywhere from $28,000 to $55,000 a year. The intensity of needs brought about by increased homeland security issues, and the growing needs of the military specifically, are causing an increased demand for workers in this field.

As a graduate of the AOT program, you’ll be prepared for a variety of jobs including precision-lens grinder, precision-lens polisher, precision-lens generator, precision optics fabrication technician, CNC lens processing technician, optical manufacturing technician, inspector, or optical coater, to name a few.

As an AOT student, you’re required to complete one 10-week cooperative work experience (co-op) in precision optics. Extensive training, along with your co-op, will give you the skills and experience that can lead to an exciting career in the optical industry.

The following employers throughout the country have hired Applied Optical Technology precision optics students and graduates:

The following companies and organizations employ many people in positions related to precision optics: