Our Team

Passionate Professionals Behind Every Filter

Engineering Excellence Through Experience

Precision, Innovation, and Quality Since 1976

For almost 50 years, our team has been dedicated to advancing optical technology through precision, innovation, and unwavering commitment to quality. At Andover Corporation, we bring together diverse expertise across optical engineering, manufacturing, and design to create solutions that push the boundaries of what's possible. Our vertically integrated approach and collaborative culture enable us to tackle complex challenges while maintaining the agility to serve both custom and high-volume needs.

Our Team

We combine decades of expertise with continuous innovation to solve the most challenging optical problems

Harry Shimp

Chief Executive Officer

Michael Tiner

Chief Operating Officer

David Litwinovich

VP Technology

Christopher Richards

VP Operations

Jeannine Riley

VP Finance & Administration

Joshua Jones

Operations Director

Nicholas Sullivan

Director of Engineering

Phil Clark

Sales Manager

Nicole Christensen

Sales Coordinator

Sue Brennan

Account Manager

Tina Hoppock

Director of Business Development

Martin Sipowicz

Optical Design Engineer

Rick Shagoury

Marketing Manager

Holly Peterson

Marketing Assistant

Our Core Values

Quality Without Compromise

We maintain uncompromising standards through every step of production, ensuring excellence in every product we deliver.

Collaborative Innovation

Our 'no titles in the room' approach encourages open communication and ensures the best ideas win, regardless of their source.

Customer Partnership

We view ourselves as an extension of our customers' teams, focusing on building lasting relationships rather than just doing business.

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Shape the future of optical technology at Andover Corporation. Work with cutting-edge equipment, learn from experienced mentors, and enjoy competitive benefits and a healthy work-life balance.

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A collection of red-tinted chalcogenide glass optics, including circular, square, and cylindrical components, sourced from SCHOTT North America. These infrared optical materials are used in advanced optical systems for defense, aerospace, and industrial applications. Chalcogenide glass provides superior infrared transmission and thermal stability, making it a valuable alternative to germanium for IR optics.

Chalcogenide Glass: Advancing Optical Innovation in Defense

In the world of optical engineering for defense applications, material selection plays a critical role in system performance, durability, and...
Maria Josefa Yzuel, a distinguished physicist, sits in a laboratory surrounded by optical instruments and precision optics setups. She is known for her contributions to optical physics, particularly in the fields of diffractive optics and polarization. Her work has advanced applications in imaging, optical filtering, and photonics. The background features shelves with scientific books and equipment, reflecting her extensive research and academic contributions to optical sciences.

Celebrating Women in Optics: María Josefa Yzuel

As part of Andover Corporation's ongoing celebration of women pioneers in optics, this blog shines a spotlight on María Josefa...
Forensic Blog

Optics in Forensics: Advancing Criminal Investigations

Forensic science has played a vital role in criminal investigations for thousands of years. From magnifying glasses used in early...

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