Optical Technician

Teledyne Technologies • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The Optical Technician performs fabrication of optical components using appropriate machines and equipment. Tasks may include profiling, cutting, milling, grinding, beveling, blocking, polishing, edging, cleaning, and testing. The role uses metrology and inspection tools to assess component accuracy and quality, and requires reading and understanding blueprints and technical drawings. The technician handles delicate parts and assists with cleaning and handling raw materials, finished parts, tools, and fixtures while following safety and equipment-maintenance procedures. The position may also involve building or modifying equipment used to test precision optics; at higher levels, technicians may lead others in using that equipment.

Work involves moderately difficult assignments that require judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations. The employee normally receives little instruction on daily work and general instructions for newly introduced assignments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• A minimum of 2–4 years of related experience.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds, stand for 3–5 hours or sit for 4–8 hours per shift, and maintain steady hands.
• Basic knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, especially Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Clear communication skills and ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to apply acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
• Eligibility to work under applicable U.S. export-control requirements: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee, or eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export-control license.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of technical training or manufacturing experience, with preference for experience operating CNC machining tools.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate optical components through activities such as profiling, cutting, milling, grinding, beveling, blocking, polishing, edging, cleaning, and testing using appropriate machines and equipment.
• Use metrology and inspection tools to test and inspect optical components for accuracy and quality.
• Handle delicate parts repetitively and assist with cleaning and handling raw materials, finished parts, tools, and fixtures.
• Read and understand blueprints and technical drawings.
• Follow appropriate safety and equipment-maintenance procedures.
• May build or modify equipment used to test precision optics and, at higher levels, lead others in its use.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance from Day 1.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Educational tuition reimbursement.
• Employee events throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED