Key Responsibilities:

Assemble opto-mechanical devices, including optical components, mechanical housing, and associated hardware and cabling.
Inspect incoming components, including custom machined parts, for defects and ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
Maintain accurate assembly records, including inspection and test reports and assembly logs. Provide feedback on design or process improvements.
Identify documentation gaps and collaborate with product engineers to create or improve work instructions
Perform prototype assembly and rework in collaboration with engineers; assist in developing, refining, and documenting assembly instructions, travelers, and alignment procedures for development and production use.
Troubleshoot assembly-related issues in collaboration with engineers; provide feedback to improve product design and manufacturing processes
Align optical beamlines by using 2-mirror walk techniques to optimize optical throughput
Identify and source COTS components; submit purchase requests as needed
Monitor and maintain tools & supplies at lab workstations
Package completed optical assemblies for shipment in accordance with handling requirements
Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds may be required
Follow all safety protocols, equipment guidelines, and environmental regulations in the execution of daily tasks.

YOU MUST HAVE:

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a high precision optical/opto-mechanical manufacturing/production environment, or educational experience
Minimum of 2+ years of experience with methods of handling and cleaning optical elements, or educational experience
Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. Person defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status.
Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

Associate or bachelor’s degree in physics, Optical Engineering, or closely related field preferred
2+ years of experience with precision optical alignment preferred
2+ years of experience handling optical fibers preferred
Detail oriented and capable of performing repetitive tasks consistently and accurately
Experience in using precision hand tools, measurement devices such as calipers and micrometers;
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and follow procedures.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, to collaborate with engineering and other team members.
Fluency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
Certification in optical systems assembly or mechanical assembly
Basic electronic test equipment knowledge; skills in soldering may be useful but not required.
Experience with optical alignment tools and specialized tools as needed for assembly
Understanding of optical alignment techniques.
Mechanical CAD experience (e.g., Solidworks, Onshape)
Knowledge of quality improvement tools and techniques, e.g. Six Sigma, 5S

53000 - 66000 USD a year