Optical Technician - Level 1

Northrop Grumman•Charlotte, NC

13h•$41,300 - $68,900•Onsite

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Optical Technician – Level 1 to join our team in Charlotte, NC. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. An organization within Northrop Grumman, SYNOPTICS is the world-wide leader in the growth, fabrication, and coating of crystalline materials used in laser systems. These “solid-state” laser crystals are used in products ranging from medical lasers to military laser systems. The Charlotte facility has been operating for over 60 years in the laser industry and has developed the reputation of providing the highest quality products with timely deliveries. Within the facility, solid-state oxide and fluoride crystals are grown from a high-temperature melt. SYNOPTICS has full optical fabrication capabilities for various plano and spherical geometries. SYNOPTICS serves the photonics and optics industry across the globe. Learn more about SYNOPTICS at our website: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space/synoptics/. This position will work 2nd shift. (2:15 PM-10:45 PM)

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience.
No clearance required to start
Basic computer skills using Microsoft Excel and Word
Effective communication skills with peers, engineering and management are essential
Ability to communicate in English, verbally and written, in a technical environment
Manual dexterity, strong work ethic, ability to multitask, positive attitude and willingness to learn
Good visual acuity, strong basic math skills, and attention to detail
Ability to use measurement equipment, work in metric or English units, read detailed instructions, interpret engineering prints, maintain written records, and keep an organized work environment using 5S principles

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or two-year technical degree
Experience in a technical manufacturing environment including measuring production parts, interpreting process output, and troubleshooting
Experience in optical fabrication is strongly preferred, including experience with microscopes and mechanical or optical metrology equipment
Experience operating grinding, cutting, or polishing machinery (manual or CNC)

Responsibilities

Crystal fabrication to include blocking, grinding, beveling, polishing, measuring, and inspecting various materials and configurations per specification and production schedule.
Choosing and preparing proper fixtures, and blocking parts for grinding and polishing
Operating CNC grinding machines as well as manual grinding
Preparing polishing slurries and maintaining laps
Measuring optical and geometrical properties
Visually inspecting surface quality under a microscope
Follow technical work instructions, understand engineering blueprints, and verify conformance to specification within given tolerances
Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area
Utilize the electronic Shop Floor Control system for data entry and scanning parts through applicable routing steps
Perform work in a manner complying with our ISO 9001 quality and EHS management systems.