Opto-Mechanical Technician

nLIGHT • Longmont, CO

65d • $30 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

Opto-Mechanical Technicians provide assembly, integration, alignment and test in support of the development of cutting-edge laser and electro-optical systems. All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: https://www.dcsa.mil/mc/pv/mbi/gicp/. Please review this information before applying.

Requirements

• Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
• Ability to work in a dynamic and at times stressful environment and maintain composure and good working relationships under stress. Requirements change frequently and rapid-turn solutions must be developed frequently.
• Competence in maintaining cleanliness standards and operation in a clean room environment.
• Experience in Opto-Mechanical Assembly, including receiving and inspecting components, dry-assembly, bonding.
• Comfortable working with a range of software tools to perform system alignment and integration.
• Positive attitude, strong troubleshooting skills and willingness to develop creative solutions to time-sensitive problems.
• Familiarity with safe operation of laser systems; operate with a safety-first mindset.
• A minimum of 3 years professional experience working with optics or fiber optics
• H.S. Diploma or GED required

Nice To Haves

• Expertise and competence in working with high power laser systems.
• Experience with optical fiber splicing, polishing, repair/service, and fiber management.
• Electrical cables and components assembly and test.
• Associate Degree or Technical Certification

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage schedule and priorities with minimal daily direction to meet mid to long-term schedule objectives.
• Receive and inspect components.
• Installation, alignment, and integration of optics, electro-optics, & mechanics (combination of COTS & custom mechanics & optics).
• Thermal management systems assembly and test.
• Additional duties related to facility support (clean rooms, chillers, occasional travel to support testing at customer sites).

Benefits

• 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 11 paid Holidays
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Health (ACA Gold Plan), Vision and Dental Care paid by employer 100% for Employee and 75% for Dependents
• Paid Family Leave, Short and Long Term Disability paid by employer 100%
• Competitive 401k with company match and immediate vesting

What This Job Offers

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