Schneider Optics Announces The Appointment Of Stuart Singer As A SPIE Fellow

Stuart Singer is the Chief Executive Officer of Schneider Optics, Inc. He has 45 years of optical manufacturing, lens design, and management experience, as well as technical sales experience in the optical applications for Machine and Robotic Vision, Military Reconnaissance, Space Born Optical Systems, Industrial/Commercial, and Motion Picture/Television Industries.

He was formerly the Senior Vice President & CTO of Schneider Optics, the U.S. subsidiary of Schneider-Kreuznach of Germany for 7 years, and Technical Director for 17 years. Prior to Schneider, he was the Optical Engineering Manager at Loral Fairchild Systems, formerly known as Fairchild Reconnaissance and Surveillance Systems for 14 years.

Singer has vast experience in the optical industry ranging from hands-on fabrication of lenses, lens design, as well as testing and analysis. Singer served as the Senior Technical Director of Ruda Cardinal, Inc., a leader in design and the building of the most complex and intricate optical designs for 2 years before returning to Schneider as CEO.

He is a Fellow Member of the Optical Engineering Society - SPIE after being a Senior Member since 2012.

Singer published numerous technical papers and has been a frequent lecturer in the field of optics. He was also one of the recipients of a National Emmy Award in 2012 for his design of an IRND Filter for Digital Motion Picture Cameras.

SPIE Fellows represent the highest level of professional recognition in optics and photonics. This distinction honors individuals whose exceptional technical achievements and leadership have made a significant impact on the field and the broader scientific community. Fellows are recognized not only for their expertise, but also for advancing innovation, mentoring others, and shaping the future of optics and photonics through their influence and service. Since 1955, more than 1,800 Members have joined this elite group.