Optex Systems Announces Brian Bushnell as Director of Optical Coatings Technology
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Optex Systems (Nasdaq:OPXS) announced on January 5, 2026 that Brian Bushnell has been appointed Director of Optical Coating Technology, effective the same date.
Mr. Bushnell joins from Raytheon in McKinney, Texas, where he spent eight years in managerial roles, most recently as Senior Manager of Mechanical Engineering. He holds an MBA from Texas A&M University - Commerce, a Master of Applied Physics from the University of Texas at Dallas, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington.
Optex says he will lead thin-film coating development and operational improvements across visible to infrared optics.
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News Market Reaction – OPXS
On the day this news was published, OPXS gained 0.92%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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OPXS fell 7.62% while peers like HOVR, MOB, and VWAV showed gains between 6–9%, indicating stock-specific pressure despite broader strength in related names.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 17 | Full-year results | Positive | -10.9% | Strong FY2025 revenue and earnings growth alongside management change disclosure. |
| Dec 15 | Contract award | Positive | -6.9% | Announced $2.33M optical sub-assemblies order extending 2026 delivery visibility. |
| Dec 08 | Leadership change | Neutral | -4.9% | Chad George named President and CEO, succeeding long-time CEO Danny Schoening. |
| Dec 03 | Earnings call notice | Neutral | +5.1% | Scheduled Q4 FY2025 earnings release and investor conference call details. |
| Aug 12 | Quarterly results | Positive | -6.5% | Reported strong Q3 and nine‑month 2025 growth with higher backlog and cash. |
Recent history shows OPXS often trading lower following fundamentally positive or neutral announcements, including strong financial updates and contract wins.
Over the last six months, Optex reported multiple strong financial updates and contract wins yet often saw negative next-day price reactions. Fiscal 2025 results on Dec 17, 2025 highlighted a 21.6% revenue increase to $41.3M and net income of $5.15M, but shares fell 10.9%. A new $2.33M optical assemblies order and CEO transition to Chad George in December 2025 also saw declines. Against this backdrop, today’s leadership hire at the Applied Optics Center continues a pattern where strategic positives coincide with selling pressure.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights Optex’s effort to deepen its capabilities in optical coatings by adding a Director of Optical Coating Technology with experience in thin‑film coatings and opto‑mechanical engineering. In context of prior 2025 updates showing revenue growth and contract wins, this move supports ongoing research, development, and operational improvement initiatives. Investors may watch how this hire influences product portfolio expansion, manufacturing efficiency, and subsequent disclosures in future financial reports and regulatory filings.
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thin-film optical coating technical
opto-mechanical engineering technical
infrared spectrum technical
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RICHARDSON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / January 5, 2026 / Optex Systems Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:OPXS), a leading manufacturer of precision optical sighting systems for domestic and worldwide military and commercial applications, is pleased to announce the addition of Brian Bushnell as Director of Optical Coating Technology, effective January 05, 2026.
Mr. Bushnell brings an impressive background in Opto-Mechanical Engineering as well as Thin-Film Optical Coating development and process improvement. He will serve as pivotal member of the leadership team to help drive research and development and operational performance. Brian's hands-on background and leadership experience will lead to improved output and better overall financial performance.
Brian has spent the last eight years in managerial roles at Raytheon in McKinney, Texas, most recently serving as the Senior Manager of Mechanical Engineering. His strong education in both business and physics has allowed him to fill various engineering and operations management roles over the course of his career.
Brian holds an MBA from Texas A&M University - Commerce, a Master of Applied Physics from the University of Texas at Dallas, and a Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington.
Bill Bates, General Manager of Applied Optics Center, a division of Optex Systems, Inc., stated "We are very excited to have Brian join our team and support taking the Applied Optics Center to the next level in thin-film coating development as well as continuing improvement in our operational processes. Brian will ensure that we bolster our portfolio of products and drive growth of the business. Brian's experience with thin-film coatings ranging from the visible to the infrared spectrum is going to be key to our future success."
ABOUT OPTEX SYSTEMS
Optex, which was founded in 1987, is a Richardson, Texas based ISO 9001:2015 certified concern, which manufactures optical sighting systems and assemblies, primarily for Department of Defense (DOD) applications. Its products are installed on various types of U.S. military land vehicles, such as the Abrams and Bradley fighting vehicles, Light Armored and Armored Security Vehicles, and have been selected for installation on the Stryker family of vehicles. Optex also manufactures and delivers numerous periscope configurations, rifle and surveillance sights, and night vision optical assemblies. Optex delivers its products both directly to the military services and to prime contractors. For additional information, please visit the Company's website at www.optexsys.com.
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Contact:
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(972) 764-5718
SOURCE: Optex Systems Holdings, Inc.
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