Optical Technician

KBR•Greenbelt, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Optical Technician supports the development, integration, and testing of advanced optical systems for spaceflight, airborne, and ground-based applications. This role involves installing, aligning, calibrating, and verifying optical instruments, components, and precision assemblies used in spacecraft and scientific missions.

Requirements

Experience with optical systems, metrology, and precision instrumentation
Familiarity with optical alignment, calibration, and testing techniques
Ability to work with metrology data and analysis software
Knowledge of laboratory practices, equipment calibration, and quality standards (e.g., ISO)
Strong documentation, reporting, and basic statistical analysis skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in technical environments

Nice To Haves

Solid understanding of the NASA flight hardware development process and methodology
Familiarity with optical ground support equipment and metrology software tools

Responsibilities

Perform optical integration, alignment, testing, calibration, and verification of flight and non-flight hardware
Provide optical metrology support using instrumentation such as interferometers, theodolites, laser trackers, and coordinate measuring systems
Execute test plans, procedures, and support integration activities in laboratory, cleanroom, and field environments, including thermal-vacuum conditions
Operate, maintain, and calibrate optical and metrology equipment and support software tools
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including procedures, reports, and test plans
Support laboratory operations, including equipment management, calibration tracking, and compliance with quality standards
Assist with assembly, inspection, cleaning, bonding, and handling of precision optical components
Support logistics and facility readiness for integration and testing activities
Travel to off-site facilities or launch sites as required