Laser Technician / Electro-Optical Technician

Hexium•Austin, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Laser Technician / Electro-Optical Technician to support the development and operation of advanced optical and laser systems in an iterative R&D environment. This role is ideal for candidates with a background in laser systems who enjoy precision hardware work, troubleshooting complex systems, and contributing directly to experimental and prototype hardware programs. You will work closely with engineers, physicists, and technical teams to understand optical system requirements and assist with their design and implementation. Your hands-on focus will center on building, aligning, and maintaining high-power laser systems, as well as the specialized optical systems used for conditioning, routing, and measuring the light they produce, while establishing strong operational and documentation practices within the lab. This is a highly collaborative role in a regulated environment where safety, procedural discipline, and attention to detail are critical.

Requirements

Associate's or bachelor's degree in optics, lasers, electro-optics, photonics, electronics, or directly related technical disciplines, or 2+ years of experience with laser systems and free space optics.
Hands-on experience with optical system alignment.
Competency with laser operations and general laser lab tools (such as but not limited to micrometers, optical power meters, alignment lasers, assembly tools, mounting and handling tools, and cleaning tools).
Ability to maintain strict safety protocols while working in laser labs and cleanroom environments.
Strong documentation discipline and attention to detail.
Ability to work on-site in Austin, TX.
This role will be exposed to export-controlled information and requires compliance with applicable export control laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

Experience with high-power laser systems, preferably nanosecond pulsed or CW systems.
Experience with optical measurement and alignment tools such as calipers, spectrometers, and oscilloscopes/multimeters, and with electrical diagnostic tools such as wavefront sensors and beam profilers.
Experience working in research and development (R&D) environments or prototype hardware programs.
Proficiency in CAD software, such as SolidWorks, for optical component design and integration.
Proficiency with LabVIEW.
Proficiency with Zemax for optical layouts.
Laser Safety Officer (LSO) training or certification.
Q/TS Clearance.

Responsibilities

Assemble, maintain, and operate laser systems and their subsystems.
Collaborate with engineers and technicians to troubleshoot complex optical systems.
Accurately interpret engineering/optical models, drawings, specifications, and test procedures.
Work with a team of physicists and engineers to help specify optical system requirements.
Lead hands-on integration, alignment, and testing of laser-optical systems.
Maintain laboratory readiness, organization, and strict safety compliance within laser and cleanroom environments.
Create and maintain SOPs, assembly procedures, and technical documentation.