Optical Technician

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The Optical Technician performs a range of operations involved in fabricating optical components, including profiling, cutting, milling, grinding, beveling, blocking, polishing, edging, cleaning, and testing. The technician uses appropriate machines and equipment, along with metrology and inspection tools, to assess component accuracy and quality. The role also involves handling delicate parts and materials, interpreting blueprints and technical drawings, and following safety and equipment-maintenance procedures. Work assignments are moderately difficult and require judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations. The technician normally receives little instruction on daily work and general instructions for newly introduced assignments. Teledyne Technologies operates in industrial growth markets requiring advanced technology and high reliability. Applicants must meet the stated U.S. citizenship, immigration, or export-control eligibility criteria.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• A minimum of 2–4 years of related experience.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to stand for 3–5 hours or sit for 4–8 hours per shift, and steady hands.
• Basic knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, especially Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Ability to communicate clearly and read and write in English.
• Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, or refugee, or be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export-control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of technical training or manufacturing experience, with preference given to experience operating CNC machining tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform optical-component fabrication operations, including 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.
• Repetitively handle delicate parts 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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health insurance from Day 1.
• Dental insurance from Day 1.
• Vision insurance from Day 1.
• Life insurance from Day 1.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid sick time.
• Paid 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED