Engineering Technician - Optical - 067QE

Quartus Engineering•San Diego, CA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

As an Optical Technician in our San Diego office, you will support the build, alignment, and test of advanced laser and optical systems in a hands-on lab and cleanroom environment. Working closely with engineering teams, you will ensure precision, quality, and on-time delivery of optical assemblies and subsystems.

Requirements

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
2-5 years of hands-on experience with laser, optical, or opto-mechanical systems
Experience working in a cleanroom or controlled lab environment
Optical alignment, optics cleaning, and bonding experience
Proficiency with lab and inspection tools (Zygo interferomter, Trioptics OptiCentric, microscopes, calipers, power meters, multimeters)
Ability to read assembly drawings and technical documentation
Basic soldering and wiring skills
Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude
Ability to stand continuously as well as bend, squat, and lift frequently
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally
Must be a US Person (U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident)

Responsibilities

Assembling, integrating, and aligning laser and optical subassemblies
Inspecting, cleaning, and bonding optical components using approved handling procedures
Setting up and executing optical and electro-optical tests, recording and reporting data against specifications
Troubleshooting optical, electrical, and mechanical assemblies
Operating lab equipment such as the Zygo interferometer, the Trioptics OptiCentric, power meters, energy meters, oscilloscopes, microscopes, thermal chambers, bakeout ovens, ultrasonic cleaners and miscellaneous hand tools
Assisting in obtaining quotes for parts and assemblies
Ordering and receiving parts while tracking against Bill Of Materials
(BOM)
Packaging parts and preparing and managing shipments
Managing and organizing inventory
Assist engineers in the design, development, testing, inspection, installation, and operation of optical, mechanical, and electrical components and assemblies
Build from detailed assembly drawings, schematics, and work instructions
Perform evaluation and work with Engineering teams to complete departmental projects within budget and schedule constraints
Follow laser safety standards and cleanroom protocols
Contribute to the overall success and quality of Quartus services