Optical Technician
Core
Hands-on technical support for the design, assembly, alignment, test, and integration of electro-optical and photonic systems in defense and aerospace.
Role type
Optical Technician (IC)
Builds
Precision optical instruments, laser systems, and imaging assemblies
Domain
Defense & Aerospace / Optics & Photonics
Required skills
Optical alignment, interferometric testing, precision assembly, fiber optic splicing, cleanroom operations (ISO Class 5-7), optical test equipment operation, GD&T interpretation, CMM usage, ESD/FOD compliance
Preferred skills
LIDAR/EO/IR sensor experience, Zemax/Code V familiarity, Laser Safety Officer (LSO) experience, Six Sigma Green Belt, MATLAB/LabVIEW proficiency
Technologies
Zygo interferometers, autocollimators, spectrophotometers, power meters, beam analyzers, CMM, ERP/MES systems (SAP, Oracle)
Responsibilities
Assemble and align precision optical components; Integrate electro-optical subassemblies; Execute optical performance tests (wavefront error, MTF); Perform optical surface cleaning and minor fabrication; Maintain first-article inspection records; Collaborate with engineers on design verification; Mentor junior technicians
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
