Laser Welder Technician $24 - $28 hour

Spectrum Control•Delmar, DE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Spectrum Control, most departments operate on a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule in exchange for a 3-day weekend. We offer competitive wages and PTO, plus our benefits begin on day 1 of employment. We are seeking a skilled Laser Weld Technician. The ideal candidate will have experience in operation and programming of high-precision laser systems to create airtight, leak-proof seals on metal components, while adhering to strict safety protocols. Key duties include setting up weld parameters (power, speed), welding, inspecting welds via microscope, conducting post-weld leak tests, and ability to perform routine maintenance on the laser equipment. Spectrum Control combines engineering expertise, innovation and manufacturing excellence to enable mission-critical solutions. Designed to solve complex problems in signal modulation and transmission, Spectrum Control solutions enable high quality product performance in the military and government, space, commercial, aerospace, security, medical, industrial and communications industries. Through proven experience and innovation, Spectrum Control delivers reliable solutions for the most rugged environments in the world – and beyond. Our team works to understand each customer’s needs at every level, which leads to long-term partnerships with our customers that transcend transactions and projects, helping to drive ongoing value at all levels of an organization. Spectrum Control operates by the following guiding principles: safety, integrity, respect, ethics, trust and continuous improvement. Spectrum Control is dedicated to delivering highly-engineered, reliable products that help save, enhance and protect lives. The company employs a secure, trusted, innovative, empowered and resilient environment to collaborate across the organization to deliver impactful results to our customers. Founded in 1981, Spectrum Control brought together the power of several trusted brands and formed a uniquely capable partner for RF/microwave, electromagnetic, and security solutions. Over the past 70 years, the company’s engineers and technologists have led the way in creating high-quality solutions for demanding environments everywhere. Today, Spectrum Control's team includes 1,300+ people working across 14 design/manufacturing centers in North America and Europe.

Requirements

Proven experience with hermetic laser welding, preferably with fiber or Nd:YAG lasers
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications
High school diploma
Ability and desire for continuous education of new hermetic laser seal technologies and techniques
Proficiency with machine control software, HMIs, and MS Office
Ability to proficiently communicate and collaborate with team members optimizing workflow and meeting production schedules
Ability to solve problems independently and collaboratively
Knowledge of basic safety regulations and practices regarding welding operations
Ability to adhere to safety protocols and maintain a safe and clean work environment
Ability to use a microscope for extended periods
Good hand-eye coordination for handling small, delicate components

Nice To Haves

Experience working with a Unitek Precision Systems or an Amada Miyach ax5000 series
Familiarity with cleanroom environments and stringent quality standards (e.g., AS9100)
Technical certificate or degree in welding/manufacturing

Responsibilities

Set up, program, and operate automated or manual laser welding systems to create hermetic seals
Perform visual inspection using microscopes and utilize non-destructive testing, such as perfluorinated fluid (gross leak) and Helium Leak Detection (fine leak), to ensure seal integrity
Work with materials such as aluminum, Cupronickel, and stainless steel, ensuring clean, contaminant-free surfaces
Adjust laser parameters (focus, pulse, speed) to troubleshoot defects and improve yield
Maintain detailed production logs, weld parameters, and quality inspection records in compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO, AS9100)
Perform routine maintenance on laser machinery and calibration of fixtures
Setting up weld parameters (power, speed)
Welding
Inspecting welds via microscope
Conducting post-weld leak tests
Ability to perform routine maintenance on the laser equipment