Precision Optics Technician (Advanced)
About The Position
L3Harris’s Optics department in Rochester, NY is seeking a dedicated Optics Manufacturing Technician to support the production of top-tier optical components for advanced astronomical, high-energy laser, and Earth imaging applications. You will work closely with engineers, operate precise optical equipment, and inspect components to ensure exceptional quality. Join a team of innovators in precision optics and contribute to groundbreaking projects. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for optical technology, apply now to advance your career with us in this exciting and dynamic field.
Requirements
- 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 perform advanced setups and execute complex work across multiple fabrication processes
- Ability to troubleshoot common process problems and restore stable execution within defined process limits
- Ability to apply in-process measurement and verification requirements with sound judgment
- Ability to support less experienced technicians and communicate setup, handling, and process expectations clearly
Nice To Haves
- Experience with multiple optics fabrication processes and non-routine setups
- Practical understanding of how wheel condition, dressing, slurry or coolant, and fixture setup affect process stability and part quality
- Experience supporting trials, process improvements, or floor-level corrective actions
- Experience in a quality system environment (e.g., documented processes, sign-offs, traceability)
Responsibilities
- Operate assigned optical manufacturing equipment in accordance with manufacturing procedures, build documents, and safety requirements
- Perform non-routine setups of precision optical components and assemblies to verify conformance to specifications and drawings
- Measure critical dimensions using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision instruments
- Interpret drawings, specifications, and work instructions to validate manufacturing criteria
- Support development trials and process experiments under engineer direction and document results clearly and accurately
- Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to communicate quality issues and support root cause investigations
- Adjust manufacturing equipment parameters within defined bounds to meet requirements, understand cause/effect, and troubleshoot process issues to restore process stability
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Follow Total Productive Maintenance guidelines for manufacturing equipment and ensure calibration status is current
Benefits
- health and disability insurance
- 401(k) match
- flexible spending accounts
- EAP
- education assistance
- parental leave
- paid time off
- company-paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
