Technician IV - Optical

BAE Systems • Westminster, CO

9d • $66,017 - $105,628 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Optical Technician who has optical laboratory and optical system assembly experience to optical component and system performance measurement support for the company. You will work with optics that will be integrated into complex optical sensors for various government and commercial markets.

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 3 years or more related experience.
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Experience inspecting and cleaning delicate optical components.
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity for working with delicate optical and opto-mechanical hardware.
• Experience operating optical measurement equipment, including interferometers and spectrophotometers, profilometers, scatterometers, lens alignment equipment, and measuring microscopes.
• Hands-on experience in optical component characterization and integration for precision state-of the-art systems (such as Aerospace, lithography, science, or other high technology).
• Optical lab, optical assembly, optical test setup, and optical alignment aptitude and experience.
• Able to read and interpret optical component and subassembly drawings and specifications.
• Experience working in cleanroom environments.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow detailed processes and procedures with consistency and rigor.
• Solid collaboration skills and demonstrated ability to work with many different disciplines.
• Inquisitive self-starter, comfortable asking questions to ensure thorough understanding of assigned work prior to commencement of activities.
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of optics measurement technologies and techniques.
• Working knowledge and use of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to perform work at all BAE Systems SMS Colorado campuses (Boulder, Broomfield and Westminster) for extended periods is required.
• A DoW Interim Secret clearance will be required to start work and required to be maintained to continue work. Higher level clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

Nice To Haves

• Optical bonding experience preferred.
• Knowledge of lean six-sigma (6S) techniques and processes preferred.
• Electronics aptitude preferred.
• Knowledge of optical engineering fundamentals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspection and cleaning of optical components, including:
• Optical inspection per company processes and commercial standards.
• Scratch-Dig measurements.
• Abrasion / adhesion testing.
• Basic dimensional measurements.
• Vendor data package review.
• Perform cleaning of optical components per company processes and commercial standards.
• Measure and test optical components and assemblies using a variety of equipment, including:
• Interferometers.
• Spectrophotometers.
• Scatterometers.
• Measuring microscopes.
• Profilometers.
• Bonding optics into support structures using a variety of adhesive materials.
• Generate data packages and reports of completed measurements using Microsoft Office and other software tools.
• Input required information into electronic build records in accordance with company processes.
• Perform general maintenance and housekeeping of the optical test equipment.
• Analyze data using basic math skills.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Benefits

• At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees