Senior Manufacturing Technician

Attalon, Inc.•Bloomfield, CT

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our rapidly growing Advanced Defense Solutions (ADS) group in Bloomfield as a Sr. Manufacturing Technician, specializing in the assembly, testing, and support of high-power fiber amplifiers, lasers, and systems. This highly technical role involves working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with cutting-edge photonics technology and consistently evolving designs aimed at pushing the boundaries of performance.

Requirements

Ability to work in teams
Strong capability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision
Ability to adapt and learn

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree in Electro-Optic Technology or equivalent preferred but not required
(2+) years of fiber laser build and test experience desired
Ability to work with small and large diameter fiber
Ability to work with fiber optic and free-space optical components
Operational familiarity with fiber fusion splicers, fiber re-coaters, fiber cleavers, optical spectrum analyzers, laser beam analyzers, optical power meters, power supplies, photo detectors, and oscilloscopes

Responsibilities

Work with high power (>1 kW) fiber amplifiers/lasers
Execute all optical, mechanical, and electrical assembly stations
Ability to follow step by step work instructions to build high quality sub-assemblies
Perform all test functions including PER, M2, LIV, and spectral characterization
Assist with equipment maintenance and organization
Demonstrate proficiency with small and large diameter fiber
Operate fiber fusion splicers, fiber re-coaters, fiber cleavers, optical spectrum analyzers, optical power meters, power supplies, photo detectors, and oscilloscopes
Support Lean Initiatives including 3S weekly & 6S monthly activities.
Demonstrate ability to adapt and learn
Assist with documentation as needed
Ensure a safe work environment and cultivate safe behaviors