R&D Optomechanical Assembly Technician II - 855

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

Compensation & Benefits:

The pay range for this role is $53,000 – $66,000 annually. Actual compensation within this range may vary based on the candidate’s skills, educational background, professional experience, and unique qualifications for the role.