2nd Shift Precision Optical & Electro‑Mechanical Technician (10% Shift Differential)

L3Harris•Wilmington, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position plays a critical role in the building and delivery of world-class space-based telescopes. As a low-volume, high-mix manufacturer operating much like an advanced development organization, we rely on team members who bring strong critical thinking, exceptional hands-on capability, and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges. In this role, you will work closely with a cross-functional team of manufacturing engineers, design engineers, and program managers to assemble, test, and deliver precision optical and electro-mechanical hardware for space applications. Because much of our work involves first-time builds and evolving documentation, we’re looking for someone who excels in dynamic, development-driven environments where curiosity, adaptability, and technical rigor are essential. This position is part of the L3Harris Imaging Division site in Wilmington, MA which has produced and continues to produce optical equipment for many customers both commercial and government, including NASA. One of the many NASA space exploration programs that this business supported was NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft. Imaging Division Wilmington designed and built the telescope that flew on this spacecraft and took the first close pictures of Pluto and several of the outer planets’ moons. There are many other interesting programs that this business has supported and continues supporting!

Requirements

Requires fully proficient job knowledge/skills.
Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
Ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

Optical assembly experience.
R&D lab experience.
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing Principles.

Responsibilities

Work under moderate supervision while setting clear objectives and priorities within your job area.
Meet operational targets including schedule adherence, quality requirements, and cost expectations.
Influence decisions related to assigned projects by applying technical judgment and build-floor insights.
Read, understand, and follow build documentation—including drawings, schematics, CAD references, and written or verbal instructions—to complete tasks compliant with program and company standards.
Perform hands-on assembly and test work across electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and optical domains.
Construct, calibrate, adjust, troubleshoot, and maintain components, devices, systems, and related equipment as required by the program.
Conduct alignment checks, perform calibration activities, and make modifications or replacements following engineering direction.
Prepare or work with required compounds, adhesives, and solutions as part of precision assembly processes.
Operate test equipment, execute prescribed tests, gather performance data, and document results in the required formats.
Support the build of complex prototypes and first-article hardware, contributing to continual improvement of processes and documentation.
May be required to learn Precision Cleaning (space grade cleaning) or Painting.