Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Rochester, New York
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Since 1981
Syntec Optics makes custom polymer optics, electro-optics assemblies, and precision tooling, and handles design through optical system assembly in-house. The company is headquartered in Rochester, New York, was founded in 1981, and employs 100 to 200 people. It is publicly listed under the ticker OPTX and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware industries. In October 2026, it reported receiving Artemis III production orders, extending its space portfolio to lunar mission hardware.
Syntec Optics at a glance
Revenue
28.1M
Employees
100-200
Founded
1981
Headquarters
Rochester, New York
Ownership
Publicly traded (NASDAQ: OPTX)
Certifications
ISO 13485 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered
Import activity
18
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Medical
Military & Defense
Plumbing & Hardware
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
18
Named foreign suppliers
8
Top origins
China · India · Taiwan · Australia
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Syntec Optics.
What this tells a buyer
Recent press coverage reports that Syntec Optics announced a 25% order increase in November 2026, followed by a $5 million additional funding announcement in September 2026 and a new recurring space order in August 2026.
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ITAR registration, and lists capabilities in injection molding, diamond turning tooling, thin film optical coating, and sub-micron tolerance holding.
Syntec Optics is listed on Nasdaq with a reported revenue band of 28.1 million and a headcount band of 100 to 200 employees.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & strong
45 years in operation (founded 1981).
Publicly listed; no distress event on record.
Holds ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Syntec Optics makes custom polymer optics, electro-optics assemblies, and precision tooling, and handles design through optical system assembly in-house. The company is headquartered in Rochester, New York, was founded in 1981, and employs 100 to 200 people. It is publicly listed under the ticker OPTX and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware industries. In October 2026, it reported receiving Artemis III production orders, extending its space portfolio to lunar mission hardware.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1981 |
Headquarters | Rochester, New York |
Employees | 100-200 |
Revenue | 28.1M |
Ownership | Publicly traded (NASDAQ: OPTX) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 13485 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered |
What Syntec Optics makes
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and ITAR registration, and lists capabilities in injection molding, diamond turning tooling, thin film optical coating, and sub-micron tolerance holding.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Welding, Assembly, Glass, LED, Coating, Plastic, Aluminum, Steel (source: syntecoptics.com).
Certifications
Syntec Optics is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 13485 — wemakeithere.org
ISO 9001 — syntecoptics.com
ITAR registered — syntecoptics.com
Trade and customs footprint
Recent press coverage reports that Syntec Optics announced a 25% order increase in November 2026, followed by a $5 million additional funding announcement in September 2026 and a new recurring space order in August 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 18 inbound shipments across 8 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · India · Taiwan · Australia.
Latest developments
2026-11-02 — Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX) Secures 25% Order Increase for (globenewswire.com)
2026-10-05 — Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX) Lands Artemis III Production Orders, Expands Space Portfolio to Moon Missions | Nasdaq (nasdaq.com)
2026-09-10 — Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX) Secures $5M Additional (globenewswire.com)
2026-08-26 — Syntec Optics (NASDAQ: OPTX) Wins New Recurring Space Order (globenewswire.com)
2026-08-03 — Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX) Secures Fusion Energy Order as (globenewswire.com)
2026-06-16 — Syntec Optics (Nasdaq: OPTX) Lands Space Optics Order, (globenewswire.com)
Company details
Syntec Optics is listed on Nasdaq with a reported revenue band of 28.1 million and a headcount band of 100 to 200 employees. Syntec Optics was founded in 1981, has an estimated 100-200 employees, and is headquartered in Rochester, New York. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & strong": 45 years in operation (founded 1981). Publicly listed; no distress event on record. Holds ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ITAR registered certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Syntec Optics make?
Syntec Optics makes custom polymer optics, electro-optics assemblies, and precision tooling, and handles design through optical system assembly in-house. The company is headquartered in Rochester, New York, was founded in 1981, and employs 100 to 200 people. It is publicly listed under the ticker OPTX and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, medical, military-defense, and plumbing-hardware industries. In October 2026, it reported receiving Artemis III production orders, extending its space portfolio to lunar mission hardware.
Where is Syntec Optics headquartered?
Syntec Optics is headquartered in Rochester, New York (515 Lee Rd, Rochester, New York, 14606-4236).
When was Syntec Optics founded?
Syntec Optics was founded in 1981.
How big is Syntec Optics?
Syntec Optics has an estimated 100-200 employees, with revenue in the 28.1M range.
Is Syntec Optics publicly traded?
Publicly traded (NASDAQ: OPTX). Public financial figures are drawn from its filings.
What certifications does Syntec Optics hold?
Syntec Optics lists ISO 13485 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
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Location & contact
Phone
+1 585-768-2513
Certification
ISO 13485 · ISO 9001 · ITAR registered
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