Sr. Manufacturing Technician IV - Laser Assembly

Intelligent Manufacturing Solutions LLC•Orlando, OK

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Laser Systems Technology (ALST), located in Orlando, Florida, is part of Intelligent Manufacturing Solutions (IMS), headquartered in Londonderry, New Hampshire. ALST develops electro-optical laser systems for military defense applications, including laser range finders and laser designators. The company offers an alternative work schedule and the opportunity to work with a diverse group of professionals. The Sr. Manufacturing Technician IV – Laser Assembly is the subject matter expert for laser assembly operations and independently builds complete laser systems from start to finish. The role focuses on Laser Transmitter manufacturing and performs day-to-day operational work in a cleanroom. It leads troubleshooting of complex production issues, supports process development and improvement, and serves as a primary technical resource for manufacturing. The position involves assignments requiring judgment and initiative, with varied, non-routine problems and impact at the department or team level. The technician may informally lead through coaching and mentoring junior employees, without direct supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person as defined by ITAR due to government contract requirements.
Manufacturing experience in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.
Ability to follow manufacturing process plans, suggest continuous improvements, work with minimal supervision, pay attention to detail, multitask, take initiative, and prioritize work.
Problem-solving skills, including the ability to think creatively, develop innovative solutions, and work with minimal supervision.
Proven ability to guide, direct, and mentor other technicians.
Ability to work additional hours in the evenings and/or weekends to meet customer commitments and company objectives.
Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 30 pounds.
Associate’s degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant prior experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
At least 6 years of experience reading and executing optical/laser system test procedures, operating instructions, drawings, schematics, and specifications.
At least 6 years of electrical/electronic troubleshooting experience.
At least 4 years of lean manufacturing experience.
Capability to build a complete laser system from start to finish without assistance.
Proficiency in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and correcting laser performance issues.
Ability to disassemble and reassemble laser systems with minimal to no component damage.
Expert-level understanding of optical, electrical, mechanical, and system-level interactions.
Ability to independently determine corrective actions and recommend process improvements.

Responsibilities

Independently assemble, integrate, align, test, and qualify laser systems from start to finish.
Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis of complex optical, electrical, and mechanical failures.
Perform advanced rework, repair, disassembly, and reassembly of laser systems.
Conduct environmental screening, operate thermal chambers, run test scripts, and analyze performance data to validate system integrity.
Mentor and train lower-level technicians in assembly and troubleshooting techniques.
Support engineering with process development, qualification, and continuous improvement activities.
Improve manufacturing yield, cycle time, and product quality.
Maintain detailed records of assembly, maintenance, test results, troubleshooting efforts, and implemented solutions.
Serve as the primary technical resource for production issues.
Perform optical bonding, cleaning, inspection, and documentation activities.
Identify defects or abnormalities and escalate issues appropriately.
Lead production throughput and quality objectives.
Follow appropriate laser safety and laser cleanliness procedures and practices.
Maintain cleanroom and safety compliance requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.