Associate Laser Technician

Leonardo DRS, Inc.•San Diego, CA
•$21 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including: defense and security; life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company. This role provides routine technical support to engineers and scientists on standard components, devices, material, products, processes and/or equipment.

Requirements

  • Must demonstrate strong decision-making and leadership skills.
  • Experienced handling small delicate components, using ESD practices
  • Must be experienced in the safe handling of chemicals.
  • Experienced in the use of various computer applications, including Access, Excel, and Labview.
  • Must have good hand and eye coordination

Nice To Haves

  • Soldering and wire bonding experience a plus.
  • Experience with MRP a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Provide routine technical support to engineers and scientists on standard components, devices, material, products, processes and/or equipment.
  • Provide technical support to engineers and scientists on moderately complex components, devices, materials, products, processes, and/or equipment.
  • Responsible for testing, modifying, reworking, and repairing electronic, optical, and mechanical assemblies.
  • Work from standard wiring and assembly drawings, operation sheets, engineering specifications, and sketches.
  • Design and test prototype assemblies and production units.
  • Capable of performing related manufacturing processes.
  • Interpret and follow written documents such as SOPs and safety rules.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements applicable to the company in accordance with state and federal regulations and any applicable certification required to maintain the certification.
  • Interface with other departments to assure an efficient flow of information and materials.
  • Meet production deadlines
  • Quality of finished product (pass/fail rates)
  • Raw material stock levels
  • Compliance outcome
  • Ability to coordinate several activities at the same time and to reprioritize in response to changing operational conditions.
  • Ability to read, and possibly develop, wiring diagrams, layout drawings, and engineering specifications for system or equipment modifications or expansion, and directs personnel performing routine installation and maintenance duties.
  • Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization.

Benefits

  • comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
  • employer matching 401(k) retirement plan
  • paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave)
  • parental leave benefits
  • tuition reimbursement
  • professional development support
  • life and disability insurance coverage
  • company contribution to a health savings account
  • telemedicine
  • legal insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
  • programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement.
  • flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program
  • community service hours
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