Associate Laser Technician

Leonardo DRS • San Diego, CA

4d • 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.
• Perform Key Performance Indicators: 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 any 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed