Technician

Leidos•San Diego, CA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Leidos’ Undersea Systems Division is seeking a skilled Precision Fiber Optics Winding Technician to support the fabrication, assembly, and quality assurance of precision-wound fiber-optic packs, as well as maintenance of specialized fabrication equipment. The technician will also assist in developing infrastructure for the winding lab. The position suits a hands-on, mechanically inclined, organized person comfortable working in dynamic field and marine environments. Work combines laboratory, fabrication-shop, dockside, and at-sea operational support. The schedule is 9/80B, including every other Friday off, and the position is on-site only. The work may involve fast-paced technical environments, shifting priorities, marine vessels, and occasional overnight stays aboard vessels.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in skilled technician work, such as machining, electrical work, metal fabrication, or PCB fabrication.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability.
Ability to follow rigorous quality standards and maintain meticulous records.
Ability to create, maintain, and work in clean workspaces.
Ability to handle HAZMAT materials, including solvents and polyurethane.
Ability to read and interpret engineering prints.
General hand-tool skills.
Physical ability to move around lab, office, warehouse, pier, dock, and facility environments; stoop, kneel, and reach for extended periods; and transport objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Ability to use hands precisely to operate machinery, tools, and computer equipment.
Ability to climb ladders up to 20 feet and work in loud production environments, varied temperatures, and inclement weather.
Willingness to work aboard marine vessels of various sizes, occasionally overnight.
Comfort working in fast-paced technical environments with shifting priorities and mission-driven schedules.

Responsibilities

Fabricate, assemble, and perform quality assurance on precision-wound fiber-optic packs.
Support maintenance of specialized equipment used in fabrication.
Assist with developing infrastructure for the winding lab.
Wind fiber optics and remain on task for up to eight continuous hours, taking necessary breaks.
Follow quality standards and maintain detailed quality-assurance records.
Follow and log information in work orders.
Perform OTDR diagnostic testing.
Handle, splice, and test fiber-optic connections.
Read and interpret engineering prints and build to them.
Use or learn to use NC lathes, drill presses, and milling machines.
Support work across laboratory, fabrication-shop, dockside, and at-sea settings.